Bridge Puzzles for Children

Features

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Cover Type: Paperback with 128 pages
• Published by: Syllogism Press March 2004
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0963800124
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0963800121
• Book Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.3 x 0.5 inches
• Weighs: 6.4 ounces

Product Description
Contains more than ninety simple card play problems. Ideal for youngsters in grades two through six who have had little or no exposure to the game of contract bridge.

Reader Reviews
Want to learn how to play bridge? If, like me, you don't have a clue, then this book could help enlighten you before you next gather with the old ladies at the bridge group (even if it is aimed at children). It is basically a series of puzzles to lead the reader through a play of the card game, and it sets out the rules of bridge at the start. The puzzles begin quite simply, and get progressively more difficult through to the end. Hints are provided on each page and for each puzzle, to help the reader on their way, and the answers are given in the back of the book. Aimed at older children rather than younger ones (who may find the lay out too lacking in colour and illustrations) my 12 year old son enjoyed trying out the first few puzzles of the book. His patience did wear a little thin, however, as he wanted different 'sets' of games that he could complete, rather than each puzzle being a play stage of one game. The book would be great if produced as a colourful version, in a more child-like format, to attract a wider group of young readers. If the aim is to teach a child about the game of bridge, then 'Bridge Puzzles for Children' helps in a very practical and easy way, illustrating many of the dilemmas that a player in a real game would come across, and developing skills that would need to be utilised. I would describe the book as methodical, rather than 'fun', but excellent reading for children who favour learning in a logical way. However, even for an adult, the layout could be improved.