Karate Hour
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Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 2004 · Est. 4 min read

Karate Hour

By Carol Nevius, Bill Thomson (Illustrator)

Part of the Sports Hour series

Karate class begins; students learn discipline, respect, and self-esteem through graceful moves and colored belts.

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32 pages· 207 words· Est. 4 min read
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In karate class, students gather to master blocks, kicks, and stances, each move a step in their journey of self-discovery. As they don their colored belts, they recite a pact of respect and nonviolence, embodying the core values of this ancient art. With each lesson, they not only learn the origins of karate but also build self-esteem and discipline. Will they rise through the ranks, embracing the true spirit of karate? Discover the balance between defense and grace in this rhythmic exploration of martial arts.

From the publisher

Karate hour is starting now.Dressed and belted, we all bow.Karate class begins, and students come together to practice their blocks and stances–from crescent kicks to front kicks to tuck-roll-stands. They wear colored belts that show their ranks, and they recite the training pact they’ve made with their teacher.Readers will enjoy the rhythmic text and the dramatic drawings in varying perspectives that highlight karate as a defensive yet graceful discipline. They will learn about karate’s origins and the meaning of the colored belts. Self-esteem, respect for others, and nonviolent behavior–these are some of the values that karate strives to develop in each individual.

At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Words
207
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
NPL
Themes & topics
Books about sports and recreationBooks about karateBooks about martial arts
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.3
F&P level
~A
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
80399
Publication
Published
April 1, 2011
First published
October 1, 2004
Publisher
Two Lions
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780761458401

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