Discusses the history of karate, and discusses how to wear the uniform, what to expect in a karate class, warm-up exercises, and basic moves. This series will help children to start learning about specific disciplines of martial arts and prepare them for practice at home. It includes thorough introductions to the history and philosophy of the techniques, what to expect in the first few classes, how to warm up and practice, and advice on setting goals. What is Karate? 4(2) History of Karate 4(1) Why Should I Learn Karate? 5(1) Getting Ready for Karate 5(1) The Uniform 6(3) What You Should Wear 6(1) How to Tie the Belt 7(1) What the Different Belt Colors Mean 7(2) The Dojo 9(3) Description of a Dojo 9(1) The Rules and Etiquette 9(2) How to Act Toward the Teacher 11(1) How to Act Toward Other Students 11(1) The Class 12(3) Before Class Starts 12(1) A Typical Class 12(2) The End of Class 14(1) What's Next? 14(1) Warming Up 15(4) Warming Up 15(3) Cooling Down 18(1) Practicing Karate 19(26) Stances 19(5) Parts of the Hand and Arm Used in Karate Techniques 24(2) Blocks 26(6) Thrusts and Strikes 32(5) Parts of the Foot Used in Kicks 37(1) Kicks 37(6) Practicing What You've Learned 43(2) Advancing in Karate 45(2) Testing for Belt Promotion 45(1) Entering a Tournament 46(1) Is Karate Good for Me? 47(1) Physical Benefits 47(1) Emotional Benefits 48