Figure 1.-- 'Lets Make Magic' is an ideal book for youngsters to try their hand at seemingly impossible tricks which are not difficult and safe to do with a bit of practice. The book, with clear illustrations, gives a step by step guide to the prospective conjurer of how to perform amazing feats of 'magic' with ordinary and easily accessible household items. Published in Great Britain by Octopus Books, 1986 by Peter Eldin. |
One type of childrens books that have always been popular for it's recreational and educational value have been activity books. Besides their value to educate and enhance a child's mental and motor skills, they are ideal to absorb and entertain a child's interest during their free time when there is no school, household duties, homework or sport. Such books are ideal when children are bored and seek different and stimulating activity which is novel, appealing and fun and passes spare time in a constructive way. Activity books which cover a broad spectrum of interests and hobbies have always been popular, with many perennial favourites. Activity books came with many specialized subjects. One subject, or parlour game, that has always been popular with children and adults is magic. Nothing demonstrates this better than the modern success of Harry Potter.
The ability to perform feats and tricks which seem to defy nature and has no plausible explanation but can only be ascribed to as 'magic' has always been a drawcard to fascinate and entertain guests at a party. No children's birthday party or fair is complete without the presence of a magician. 'Lets Make Magic' is an ideal book for youngsters to try their hand at seemingly impossible tricks which are not difficult and safe to do with a bit of practice. The book, with clear illustrations, gives a step by step guide to the prospective conjurer of how to perform amazing feats
of 'magic' with ordinary and easily accessible household items. Published in Great Britain by Octopus Books, 1986 by Peter Eldin.
We notice activity books on juggling. One such book is 'Juggling Fun' by Nick Huckelberry Beak. With easily accessible items such as fruit, vegetables and various
sized plastic balls, the author shows how with correct manipulation, to juggle and keep several items in the air without dropping them. After achieving a level of competency, the author shows how it's even possible to juggle unusual items such as shoes, coins, cards and items of clothing. There is also a section which shows the reader how to make their own balls and bean bags to juggle with. The one we note here was published by Lorenz Books in 1996.
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