This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work tells the teacher how to use games in school to increase a child's mental, moral and physical growth. The child learns to listen and follow directions.

They also learn to play fair and accept defeat cheerfully. Rhythmic games teach body awareness and grace in movement. Games and Play for School and Home contains an introduction stating the objectives for the teacher as well as presenting games by age level.