{"product_id":"the-cats-cradle-and-8-other-fantastic-string-games-9781604338683","title":"The Cat's Cradle: And 8 Other Fantastic String Games","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn The Cat's Cradle, one of history's most popular children's games, with this easy-to-follow activity book perfect for unplugged fun at home, on the road, family game night, or wherever you go. Beat boredom in long lines, or calm anxious, fidgeting hands with this engaging interactive game. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThough we don't know which culture began playing string games -- or when -- we do know that the Cat's Cradle probably began in primitive times. Cat's Cradle was first acknowledged in the 1700s and, since 1888, over 2,000 patterns have been recorded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Cat's Cradle: And 8 Other Fantastic String Games\u003c\/em\u003e features: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne extra-long continuous cat's cradle string, perfect for up to four players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEight classic string games like Cat's Cradle and Hand Catch, as well as string figures such as Witch's Broom, Parachute, Jacobs Ladder, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy-to-follow instructions and pictures for every trick, twist, and tie, you'll be a string wizard in no time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis timeless childhood game provides: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHours of fun entertainment for children ages 6-10 and nostalgia for the young at heart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA great boredom buster, fidget trick, or object for restless hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect gift for birthdays or holidays, stocking stuffer at Christmas, or basket filler for Easter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA fun way to build community during camping trips or summer camp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eElizabeth Encarnacion is an author and book editor who specializes in books for kids and teens. Her books include Cat's Cradle \u0026amp; Other Fabulous String Figures, The Girls' Guide to Campfire Activities, and 3-D Doodle Book \u0026amp; Kit. She is also the programming director for Spells Writing Lab, a non-profit writing and tutoring center for children based in North Philadelphia.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElizabeth Encarnacion is an author and book editor who specializes in books for kids and teens. Her books include \u003ci\u003eCat's Cradle \u0026amp; Other Fabulous String Figures\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Girls' Guide to Campfire Activities\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003e3-D Doodle Book \u0026amp; Kit. \u003c\/i\u003eShe is also the programming director for Spells Writing Lab, a non-profit writing and tutoring center for children based in North Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Applesauce Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50612697727250,"sku":"9781604338683","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_cbb7e1e5-c906-4500-8c7f-d61a7f3ac8ff.jpg?v=1732376926","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-cats-cradle-and-8-other-fantastic-string-games-9781604338683","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}