Join us for the very best in imaginative play- MAGIC week! From magic potions to fireworks in a jar to disappearing and re-appearing art to mesmerizing magic tricks, we’ve got your little magicians covered. Take a look!
Magic reading!
Harry Potter is a must! Plus, have fun combining science & chemistry concepts into the reading
Magic wands!
Go on a walk and collect sticks, and then add embellishments like feathers & paintTempera or acrylic paints work great Painting on new surfaces is always exciting!Make a construction paper wizard or witch hat, too!We taped two pieces of black paper together, added sparkly stickers and marker, and cut to get the cone shape for the hat.Add some superhero capes (you can also tie towels loosely around necks) and ABRA-CADABRA! Magician costumes!
Mystery magic potion chemistry!
Using household items like crushed up pretzels, glitter & salt, rename items with fun titles like “crushed dragon bones” and “unicorn horn powder” and let your little magicians combine and create!What kind of potions will they create?Mixing up a wizard’s brewI love how fun and open-ended this activity is, even if it gets a little messy.
Magical snacks!
Our version of Lucky Charms- “Magic Charms!” Just add marshmallows to whatever cereals you have in the cupboard 😆Magic Bars! Check out my Magic Pinterest board for the recipe.
Magic watercolor resists!
Need: paper (watercolor paper is best), watercolor paint, water, paint brushes & white crayon or oil pastelCreate designs on white paper using white crayon or oil pastelA great opportunity to explore abstract lines, shapes & patterns with no rules! (Tip: if white is too hard to see, use gray)One of my favorite art supplies is liquid watercolor!Create a “wash” (add water to paint and cover entire paper) across the artwork using broad brush strokes Make sure to cover the whole paper with paintUse a variety of paint colors and watch the designs magically appear!This effect happens because the wax or oil in the crayon/pastel RESISTS the watery paint!
Magic tricks!
The Magic Finger trick!Magic paper towel artNeed: paper towel, black sharpie, washable marker, rimmed plate filled with about an inch of waterWow! 🌈Layer two paper towels and create an outline with black sharpie. Fill in one of the drawings with washable marker.Place colored drawing underneath the drawing with just the black outline. Drop both into the water & watch the color appear! Magic!Floating letters! Tip: fresh, new dry erase markers work best for this trick. Visit my Magic Pinterest board for instructions.Magic Skittles!It’s so fun to watch the rainbow appear and the colors blend together!Need: Skittles, shallow dish, cup of waterDisappearing penny!
Magic fireworks in a jar!
This was a fun one to do during the week of Fourth of July. See my Magic Pinterest board for detailed instructions.Need: jar, cooking oil, food coloring, water, bowl, paper towels, spoonTip: experiment with different color combinations for various results
Magic firework glitter painting!
Need: paint (tempera or acrylic are great), paper plate or palette, toilet paper rolls, scissors, black or dark paperCut toilet paper rolls into strips about an inch from the bottomFeel free to embellish with finger painting!Fun & festive fireworks! How magical💥
After learning and practicing magic tricks this week, put on a show for friends and family! Don’t forget your hat, cape, and wand.. and of course, your magician name!
