Authentic Models for Kids Learn the Ropes Knot Kit Made of Cotton, and Paper Multi color 5.4 in. W x 4.6 in. D x 1 in. H Knowing a couple of decent knots by heart comes in handy. Kids still love rafts, canoes, fish lures, and kites. Sailors had to learn The Ropes, and many kids love to experiment and actually see for themselves how knots made perfect practical sense.