Children's Book of Magic
What’s inside...
Magic has always captivated and amazed children, but learning the secrets behind this mysterious art has never been easy - until now. Introducing Children's Book of Magic, an introduction to the world's most amazing illusionists, magic tricks and magicians. Tracing the history of magic from its origins in Ancient Egypt to the rise of stage performance in the 1900s and up to and including magic of the present day, Magic also includes 20 tricks for kids to put on their own show by learning from the 8 schools of magic: production, vanishing, transformation, restoration, teleportation, escaping, levitation, and prediction. Card tricks, coin tricks, escapology, and more are presented in step-by-step sequences, while biography spreads highlight the great works of history's greatest magicians including Hieronymus Bosch, Harry Houdini, Howard Thurston, and modern day performers such as David Blaine and Dynamo. With Children's Book of Magic kids can dive in and discover the secrets of sleight of hand, the power of performance, and the mysteries of misdirection needed to perfect their skills.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-10
Length
128 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What magical power would you like to have and why?
How do you think the characters felt when they discovered magic?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone and it felt magical?
What lessons did the characters learn about friendship and trust?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voices for different characters to bring the story to life and keep your child engaged.
Pause after key moments in the story to ask your child how they think a character is feeling or what they might do next.
Relate the magical elements to real-life scenarios to help your child connect with the story’s themes.
Encourage your child to imagine their own magical adventure, asking them what magical skills they would use and why.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of kindness
Explanation: In 'Children's Book of Magic', characters use their magical abilities to help others, demonstrating the value of kindness and compassion.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by helping their peers in school or assisting in household chores, fostering an environment of cooperation and empathy.
Example Lesson: Creativity and imagination
Explanation: The book encourages creative problem solving through magical adventures, showing that thinking outside the box can lead to wonderful outcomes.
Real-World Application: Kids can be encouraged to engage in creative activities such as drawing, storytelling, or building with blocks to develop their imaginative capabilities.
Example Lesson: The power of perseverance
Explanation: Characters in the book often face challenges that require persistence to overcome, highlighting the importance of not giving up despite difficulties.
Real-World Application: This lesson is vital when children face academic challenges or learn new skills, teaching them the value of persistence to achieve their goals.
Example Lesson: Understanding diversity
Explanation: The magical world is filled with a variety of creatures and characters, each with their unique traits. This setting serves as a metaphor for the diverse world we live in.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and celebrate differences among their friends and in their community, promoting inclusivity and respect.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: As young magicians in the story are entrusted with magical powers, they learn the importance of using them responsibly.
Real-World Application: This can translate to children understanding the importance of handling their possessions, tasks, and decisions responsibly in their daily lives.