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Mind-Reading Tricks
"Reveals the secrets of magic and teaches the skills needed to perform several card, mathematical, and general mind-reading tricks. Includes step-by-step instructions, picture diagrams, and performance tips"--Provided by publisher.
32 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2012
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Stephanie Turnbull
156 books10 followersStephanie is an children's book author and has written many non-fiction books for Usborne.
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May 24, 2012
This is a short and interesting introduction to the secrets of mind-readers and mentalists. By using mathematics, manipulation and often distraction and sleight of hand, magicians can make people believe in the illusions and tricks.
There are a lot of details and short biographical notes about famous mentalists scattered throughout the book along with many different tricks that children can learn and perform. The steps are shown in good detail so children are able to understand the concept of the illusion. Also included are performance tips that help to make the legerdemain seem more real.
It's fun to read, but not really suitable for reading aloud. Our oldest brought this book home from her elementary school library and had fun practicing the different tricks. I read through the book on my own before she had to return it. It was a fascinating read.
There are a lot of details and short biographical notes about famous mentalists scattered throughout the book along with many different tricks that children can learn and perform. The steps are shown in good detail so children are able to understand the concept of the illusion. Also included are performance tips that help to make the legerdemain seem more real.
It's fun to read, but not really suitable for reading aloud. Our oldest brought this book home from her elementary school library and had fun practicing the different tricks. I read through the book on my own before she had to return it. It was a fascinating read.
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