Yoyo Tricks for Kids is a new book by Jasper Todd that walks kids through 30 different yo-yo tricks of increasing difficulty. The truth is that there are 31 tricks, as readers can scan a QR code at the end of the book linking to a tutorial on how to do the DNA; one of the most popular tricks on the internet. At the beginning of the book, a QR code leads to a £29.99 set of videos (I did not get access to these for this review) to go along with the book if that’s your jam. There are loads of videos on the net of each trick to find for free, but I understand people need to make a living.
Let’s dig in.
Right off the bat, Yoyo Tricks for Kids details different kinds of yo-yos and how kids set up their first yo-yo. From there, the book delves into the basic throws and the tricks many people are familiar with: rock the baby, walk the dog, and around the world. There are a few others in there to really get them comfortable with their yo-yo before moving onto some harder stuff. Each trick is broken down into manageable steps, with images for every step.
The book is in black and white, well laid out, and has large, clear images. Yoyo Tricks for Kids is a large-format book, making it easy to follow along with the instructions while working on new tricks. It is attractive enough to keep the attention of younger kids while containing enough content to keep older kids engaged as they progress through an increasingly difficult level of tricks. Readers who complete all the book has to offer will have a solid grasp of the world of yo-yo’ing, with enough skill to move on to even greater heights.
Any child interested in picking up a yo-yo will benefit from Yoyo Tricks for Kids. There is an overwhelming amount of yo-yo content out there, which can be intimidating for younger players. Yoyo Tricks for Kids solves this by consolidating a core set of tricks into a single volume, allowing them to learn at their own pace without digging around the internet without a solid plan. place. As of this writing, the book is only $12, which is an incredible value for what you get.
A free digital copy of Yoyo Tricks for Kids was provided free for this review by Jasper Todd