Hocus Jokus 50 Funny Magic Tricks Complete with Jokes

A book to help kids become confident, funny magicians by teaching them how to develop a character, use costumes and props, and invent engaging "patter". It also offers tips on dealing with hecklers, telling jokes, and handling mis-direction and movement. It includes step-by-step illustrated instructions for 50 funny magic tricks. This magic book differs from the competition because it doesn't just give page after page of tricks. It explains how to create a complete magic act - including costume, props and the sort of performance tips that will turn an amateur magic show into real show biz.