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Permalink Reply by James Anthony on January 28, 2012 at 11:09am

Hi Alan,

For a 5 year old you will definitely need something specially for that age, as the lowest recommended age for the kids magic sets are age 5.

The best suggestions I can give are sets like the following:

http://www.magicworld.co.uk/magic-shop/Marvins-Magic-Showtime.html

http://www.magicworld.co.uk/magic-shop/Amazing-Magic-Tricks-for-You...

When he turns about 7-8 there are more box sets, and he should be able to understand some of the beginner tricks that are sold sepperately.

A great trick is the Dynamic Coins.. which a 6 yr old could probably perform with a little guidance. It's visual and very easy to perform:

http://www.magicworld.co.uk/magic-shop/Dynamic-Coins.html

Many thanks,

I hope this helps, All the best, Anthony

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Permalink Reply by Nic Castle on January 30, 2012 at 11:59am

I have a four year old daughter who is mad about magic and want to do what daddy does. It is difficult to teach a lot of trick to a child of that age. I have done several things. I got a set similar to the one that James recommends, there is one available (I hope James has it if not I am sure he can get hold of one for you.) Instead of having all the plastic and cardboard props the props are made of wood which is better for a young child.

I use my daughter as an assistant and let her perform magic with me rather than on her own. Slowly I introduce a little bit more for her to do. At that age they want to be involved as much as possible. Use the opportunity to do something that is special for the two of you. Work on a small show for grandparents or mum. Let them take center stage and give them all the praise. It doesn't matter if it it is obvious as long as they believe they are performing. Grandparents love it and play along with the young magician.

At four they should be focusing on large motor skills, which this is ideal for so as well as having fun they are starting to write. I will try and post the name of the wooden magic set on here later.


Nic

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Permalink Reply by Alan Lambert on February 1, 2012 at 9:50pm

Thank you both for your advice. I'll investigate the sets recommended.

Nic - do you have the details on the wooden set you mentioned?

Also, I really like the idea of performing the tricks together to start with and gradually increasing the amount he does. And you're absolutely right: his grandparents will love it.

Many thanks

Alan

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Permalink Reply by Nic Castle on February 5, 2012 at 6:30pm

The wooden set is the Doug and Melissa Deluxe Magic set. And costs £24.99

Product Features

Melissa & Doug Deluxe Magic Set will enable everyone to perform astounding magic tricks. A fantastic magic trick set that includes 10 professional caliber tricks for beginners that are easy to master. Young magicians will improve their confidence and fine motor skills as they amaze their family and friends with the exciting tricks and illusions. The ten classic tricks include Secret Silks, Magic Number Prediction and Egyptian Prediction. The magic set includes spellbinding tricks and illustrated, detailed instructions. Just say the magic word, and this fabulous set can be yours! Dimensions: L36 x H24 x D9.5cms Age: 8 years+

Although it says 8 years plus it is a great set for a younger child to use with a parent andyou can add other effects to it. The small switch bag will entertain young children. In my childrens show I have used a switch bag in the past to turn sweet wrappers that are left after Charlie the chimp has eaten the sweets. He the uses magic to change the wrappers to sweets that the children can eat.

Although I gotthese details from Amazon, can I suggest you check with Magic World First

Nic

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