A Handbook of Games and Programs for Church, School, and Home

This historic book may have numerous typos, missing text, images, or index. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. 1922. Not illustrated. Excerpt: ... CHAPTER XI PHYSICAL STUNTS The individual and dual physical stunts listed here will be found especially attractive to boys of all ages, and are admirable for use at stag-dos, boys' clubs, Stunt Nights, hikes, etc., as well as in regular class or playground work. The appeal to the physical prowess of the boy is very keen. Ind1v1dual Stunts Ankle Throw: Toss object over head from behind with feet. Catch with hands as it comes down. Backsliding: Hands palm to palm behind back. Twist upward and inward. Catch Penny: Elbow raised level of shoulders, hand toward chest. Place penny on elbow. Drop elbow and catch penny in hand. Dog Jump: Jump over stick held in hands, or through clasped hands. Eskimo Race: Run on all fours, keeping knees stiff. Eskimo Jumping Race: Arms folded, knees rigid, feet together. Go forward in short jumps. Hand Clasp: Reach one hand over shoulder and grasp with other from behind. Head Sprint: Toe line two feet from wall, chair between, lean forward, head against wall. Pick up chair and recover. Heel-and-Toe Spring: Bend forward grasping toes. Jump backward across line and vice versa. Hurdle: Place left foot against wall knee-high. Jump over leg with right foot without removing left from wall. Lath and Plaster: Rub head and pat chest, or vice versa. Pick Me Up: Stand back to wall. Pick up object from floor without moving heels. Pick Up Spoon: Kneel, place forearm on floor, fingers extended, place spoon at end of fingers. Now put hands behind back, bend forward and pick up spoon with teeth. Pick Up Book: Standing on one foot and holding other behind, lean forward and pick up with teeth, book, or magazine standing on end. Pray Do: Toe line, kneel down and get up without using hands or moving feet. Stenographer: Write name while describin...