Talent Show Day / Magic Trick Workshop
Magic Trick Workshop
Older children learn and rehearse a simple card, coin or cup trick and present it to the group.
How to run it
- Teach two or three simple tricks.
- Let children choose one and practise in pairs.
- Rehearse a short patter.
- Present the tricks to the group.
You will need
- playing cards
- coins
- plastic cups
- small balls
Make it easier or harderUse simple disappearing tricks for younger children, or have older children invent their own.
SafetyCoins and small balls are choking hazards for younger children.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 5, Outcome 4Children practise, persist and build confidence.
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