Jianzi

Posted 2015-01-10 by Gypsy ⇒ follow

also known as Chapteh, Da cau and many other names is a very traditional Asian game dating back to 5th century BC. A jianzi (chinese name for a shuttle cock) typically has four feathers fixed on a rubber base or plastic disc. In the game the feet and various parts of the body except the hand are used to keep the off the ground. The game is believed to have evolved from cuju, a game similar to football. game is so popular in Asia that competitons are held for the best player. Well you don't have to visit Asia to play or see one of these competions because now you can make your own with just three simple materials. It will keep your kids busy these holidays and help build hand-eye co-ordiantion at the same time.

Time: 10 minutes
Age: Any Age
Level: Easy