Synopses & Reviews
Kids love magic. They love to see it, and they love to do it. Enter Joshua Jay, who started doing magic when he was 7 and was named champion at the World Magic Seminar (the Olympics of magic) by the time he was 16. His Big Magic for Little Hands is packed with 25 astonishing illusions for kids ages 7 and up. In other words, it's sleight of hand for the small of hand.
These are tricks that require little prep time and dexterity yet are guaranteed to deliver a big payoff. The large format, oversized ext, and black-and-white vintage-style illustrations make Big Magic particularly easy to follow and kid-friendly. Here's how to levitate your sibling several feet off a bed. Escape Houdini-like from tightly bound ropes. There are also impromptu effects that can be performed anytime, anywhere, like Spook-Key, in which an antique key mysteriously rotates in your hand. Each easy-to-perform feat is clearly illustrated with step-by-step drawings and accompanied by insider tips.
Joshua Jay is a master who guides his apprentices through every aspect of the magician's art, from the first step--taking the Magician's Oath--to how to minimize nervousness (Rule #1: Rehearse. A lot).
Synopsis
Secrets from the Master Magician, just for kids
Conjure an egg. Vanish a teacup. Teleport a glass of juice. Dazzle your family and friends with 25 astonishing illusions specially designed to require little prep time and dexterity, yet guaranteed to deliver big applause and big fun--including impromptu effects that can be performed anywhere, anytime
Master teacher and performer Joshua Jay guides his apprentices through every step of the magician's arts, from the first step--taking the secret Magician's Oath--all the way to the big finish
A note to parents: There's real power in magic. Your child won't just be reading, practicing, and interacting with adults and peers--he or she will learn public speaking skills and attain real confidence. And your dinner parties will have a headlining magician, free of charge
About the Author
Joshua Jay, “one of America’s finest young magicians” (Genii, The Conjurors’ Magazine), has headlined at the prestigious Magic Castle in Hollywood, is a magic consultant for several multinational toy manufacturers, and has served as the monthly columnist for Magic magazine for 12 years. Recently, he consulted and developed a commercial spot for HBO, using sleight of hand to promote Game of Thrones and Boardwalk Empire. He was named the 2012 Magician of the Year by the Society of American Magicians. He lives in New York City.