Magic Day / Learn a Card Trick
Learn a Card Trick
An educator teaches a simple forced-card trick, then children practise it in pairs until they can fool their friends.
How to run it
- Demonstrate a simple trick where the magician knows the chosen card in advance.
- Break the trick into steps and practise slowly together.
- Pair children up to rehearse on each other.
- Invite volunteers to perform for the group.
You will need
- decks of playing cards
Make it easier or harderUse fewer cards to make it easier; older children can learn a second trick and teach a friend.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4, Outcome 5Children develop persistence and confidence as they learn and share a new skill.
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