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Reviewed on December 1, 1995
Gr 4-7 This title puts karate out in the real world, where kids are more likely to be antagonized by bullies and bigots than ninjas and samurai. It covers basic skills, such as stances, blocks, punches, and kicks, then shows how they're used in self-defense techniques to help a victim escape from intimidating strangleholds, bear hugs, and grabs. While a book can't take the place of actual instruction, t...Log In or Sign Up to Read More