When done, count the numbers on the upper
sides of all the blocks, and replace them for the next player. It is a
lively game.
SWINGING-BLOCK COUNT-GAME.
[Illustration]
This is but a modification of the block-game just described. A common
pin or tack is driven partly into one side of a block, which is
connected by a string with a little strip of wood above. Instead of
making side-pieces for supports, two chairs can be used, letting the
strip rest upon the seat or lower rounds. Each block has the same
number upon every side, and is hung so that the bottom is about
one-quarter of an inch from the floor. When a marble strikes a block it
swings a little and soon is quiet. This saves considerable work in
replacing overturned blocks. For each block hit, tally the number upon
it.
CIRCLE-GAME.
[Illustration]
Mark upon a piece of paper three rings, the largest from eight to
fifteen inches in diameter, the other two considerably smaller. Within
the rings mark the numbers 10, 20, and 50, as shown. Lay this paper
upon the carpet or floor, and roll your marbles, the object; being to
have them stop upon the paper and as near the center as possible, each
person to let his remain where they stop until all of his be rolled.
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