A complete guide to performing magic for children. New York's top kid show magician shares his secrets of success. Six never-before published routines, 27 secrets of funnier routines, 7 essays, plus 21 tips to keep parents from talking during your show, and more! * Turn your show into non-stop laughter with the techniques you'll discover ONLY in this book. * Learn the psychology behind children's behavior and how to apply that to a successful show. * Get the secrets to making parents laugh, too, so you get hired again and again. * Understand the differences in performing for different aged children. * Six steps to getting the most entertainment from a child volunteer. * Solving the top ten problems of performing for children. * Step by step instruction on how to create your own hilarious routines. * Includes behind the scenes stories of working the parties of Madonna, Bruce Springsteen, Susan Sarandon, and many more. * Illustrated with dozens of photographs. * Five minutes with a milk pitcher that will change your show completely. * The funniest Mis-Made Flag routine you have ever seen. * Win your audience over with a charming routine to perform with very shy children, even 3-year olds can be stars with this trick.