Books in Enter the Dojo! Martial Arts for Kids series

The martial art of tae kwon do is based on more than 5,000 years of Korean tradition. It's a combat system that focuses not only on physical performance but also on mental and spiritual wellness. The name of this martial art loosely means "foot, fist, and discipline," and tae kwon do combines the strength of the body with the agility of the mind. Today, tae kwon do is a popular martial art for kids and adults all over the world. Readers will learn how training in tae kwon do can prepare them for many of life's challenges, while photographs show them this dazzling martial art, with its spinning kicks and flying attacks, in action.

Kung fu is an exciting and popular form of martial arts. Like all martial arts, kung fu not only teaches self-defense, it also teaches confidence, concentration, and physical fitness. People have practiced kung fu for thousands of years, during which numerous styles and techniques have developed. This volume looks at the history of kung fu, from ancient China to the modern dojo. Fact boxes highlight key exercises, equipment, and important figures associated with kung fu. Full-color photographs accompany informative and accessible text that will appeal to developing and independent readers.

The martial art of jujitsu was developed in Japan hundreds of years ago. It was meant to help practitioners combat samurai, who were heavily armored and heavily armed warriors. The goal was to do so without the use of weapons. Jujitsu emphasizes joint locks, throws, sweeps, and pins, all techniques that can help a smaller competitor use leverage and momentum to take down a bigger opponent. Young readers will learn about this popular martial art and how they can use its skills in real-life situations. Full-color photographs show the moves and principles of jujitsu in practice.

A martial arts style with a name that means "empty hands," karate is popular around the world as a way of strengthening both the body and the mind. Karate teaches its students important values, such as self-discipline and determination. This book shows young readers the advantages of dedicating oneself to a martial art. It also shows how learning karate can be great fun. Readers will explore katas, grappling, and other moves, as well as the martial art's rich history and culture.

Aikido is a Japanese art of self-defense. Practitioners use locks, holds, and the principle of nonresistance to turn an opponent's own momentum against them. Created by Morihei Ueshiba in the 1920s, aikido focuses less on perfecting steps and skills and more on improving character according to the rules of nature. With this book, readers will learn about the history and progression of aikido, its basic moves, and how it can help people of all ages and backgrounds train their mind and body.

Judo is a grappling martial art first established in Japan. Instead of punching and kicking, judo practitioners use their opponent's movements against them. They strive to take their opponent to the ground using grappling, throws, and sweeps. They may also use chokes and joint locks to make an opponent "tap out." Competitive judo has a long tradition, and it's an Olympic sport. Readers will learn about judo's rich history, its basic moves, and how it can help students be the best they can be in the dojo as well as outside it.

This book introduces students to the health benefits and fun of Brazilian jujitsu and highlights the rules and history of this exciting, full-contact sport. Readers will explore the fundamental elements of grappling, including mounts, guards, locks, and holds used in ground fighting. They'll learn how Brazilian jujitsu compares to the form of Japanese judo from which it sprang. This intriguing, informative text also explores the importance of training and the belt system. Color photographs and fact boxes highlight important concepts and help strengthen reader comprehension.

A martial arts style with a name that means "empty hands," karate is popular around the world as a way of strengthening both the body and the mind. Karate teaches its students important values, such as self-discipline and determination. This book shows young readers the advantages of dedicating oneself to a martial art. It also shows how learning karate can be great fun. Readers will explore katas, grappling, and other moves, as well as the martial art's rich history and culture.

The martial art of tae kwon do is based on more than 5,000 years of Korean tradition. It's a combat system that focuses not only on physical performance but also on mental and spiritual wellness. The name of this martial art loosely means "foot, fist, and discipline," and tae kwon do combines the strength of the body with the agility of the mind. Today, tae kwon do is a popular martial art for kids and adults all over the world. Readers will learn how training in tae kwon do can prepare them for many of life's challenges, while photographs show them this dazzling martial art, with its spinning kicks and flying attacks, in action.

The martial art of jujitsu was developed in Japan hundreds of years ago. It was meant to help practitioners combat samurai, who were heavily armored and heavily armed warriors. The goal was to do so without the use of weapons. Jujitsu emphasizes joint locks, throws, sweeps, and pins, all techniques that can help a smaller competitor use leverage and momentum to take down a bigger opponent. Young readers will learn about this popular martial art and how they can use its skills in real-life situations. Full-color photographs show the moves and principles of jujitsu in practice.

Judo is a grappling martial art first established in Japan. Instead of punching and kicking, judo practitioners use their opponent's movements against them. They strive to take their opponent to the ground using grappling, throws, and sweeps. They may also use chokes and joint locks to make an opponent "tap out." Competitive judo has a long tradition, and it's an Olympic sport. Readers will learn about judo's rich history, its basic moves, and how it can help students be the best they can be in the dojo as well as outside it.

This book introduces students to the health benefits and fun of Brazilian jujitsu and highlights the rules and history of this exciting, full-contact sport. Readers will explore the fundamental elements of grappling, including mounts, guards, locks, and holds used in ground fighting. They'll learn how Brazilian jujitsu compares to the form of Japanese judo from which it sprang. This intriguing, informative text also explores the importance of training and the belt system. Color photographs and fact boxes highlight important concepts and help strengthen reader comprehension.