The Craft of Magic
Alakazam! These days, when you say the word “magic,” the first thing that comes to mind tends to be the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Magic certainly abounds in the fantasy world, but did you know modern magic exists right here and has been evolving for over 300 years? In this Camp Kinda adventure, you’ll explore the fascinating history of magic while also learning simple card tricks and illusions that you can show off when you put on a show for your family!
what you’ll need
Pack of Playing Cards
Pipe Cleaner
Black Electrical Tape
White Masking or Electrical Tape
Plastic Cups
A Coin
Pretzel Sticks
Melting Chocolate
Sprinkles
A pack of balloons
Bottles or jars with lids
Food Coloring
weekly family activity
Check out the film “Upside Down Magic” together! The movie is a film adaption of a Scholastic book series, so if your child likes the film, it’s a great way to introduce them to the books. It is currently streaming on Disney+ but you can also rent it via Amazon Prime and YouTube. In the film, teenager Nory and several friends overcome personal struggles as they attend a high school for magical students. Nory’s unwillingness to view what makes her different from her peers as a problem and rather as a strength makes her a great role model! As always, check the Common Sense Media Review to learn more and be sure it's a good fit for your family.
this week’s content builder:
Ileana Ortiz
Ileana currently serves as a Navigator for EdNavigator’s New Orleans team, focusing on supporting Latinx families and students. You may recognize them from previous Camp Kinda introductory videos!
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