Abracadabra

by Ingrid Schubert, Dieter Schubert

The forest animals unite to foil a mischievous wizard who has been casting spells on them.  

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens

26 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1996

About the author

Ingrid Schubert is a German author who writes children's books together with her husband, Dieter Schubert.

Reviews

[Abigail · Rating 4 out of 5]

When Macrobius the Magician begins casting spells on all of the animals of Shady Forest, said creatures are none too pleased. Each one now has an appendage - wings on Frog, duck feet on Fox - he doesn't want. It is Hedgehog who comes up with a solution, in the end, convincing the animals to follow his plan to scare Macrobius straight...

Originally published in the Netherlands under the same title, Abracadabra is the second magical picture-book from husband-and-wife team Ingrid and Dieter Schubert that I have read, following upon their Little Big Feet . It pairs an entertaining tale of magical hijinks gone awry with lovely illustrations that capture both the enchantment of the tale, and the animals' somewhat comical condition. There was even a reference to the witch of Little Big Feet , who appears in the illustrations here, in the scenes inside Macrobius' castle. Recommended to young picture-book readers who enjoy tales of magic and fantasy.

[Belinda Vlasbaard · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 sterren - Nederlandse hardcover

Recensie volgt later. Uitgeleend aan minibieb Belinda Groeneweg.

[Michelle · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute story about a magician who learns his lesson when he puts "not so nice" spells on the animals of the forest.

[Randie D. Camp, M.S. · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'm sure children will like this story of a magician who casts spells on animals but it lacks engagement...

[Whole And · Rating 2 out of 5]

A strange tale of a magician that morphs the animals with spells. But it's not clear why or what happens in the end! A bit confusing and left us hanging.

[Kathy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fun story to read. My kids liked all the crazy things Macrobius did to the animals.