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The Catechist's Magic Kit: 80 Simple Tricks for Teaching Catholicism to Kids
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Item Description...
Simple magic tricks for teaching spiritual truths to children are explained in precise detail in this distinctive compendium. The lessons faithfully follow the catechism of the Catholic Church, but many of the tricks can be used or adapted by teachers from other Christian denominations and other religions. Each trick is presented on a two-page spread and fully explicated by text and sequential illustrations. Magic tips for better performance are interspersed among the tricks, which are done with inexpensive household items such as cards, rope, tape and utensils. All aspects are clearly addressed, including what equipment is needed, what the audience sees, how to perform the trick effectively, and which bible verses to discuss with each trick. The strongest element of this book is theexplanation of the theology and spiritual truths that underlie each trick in a simple and inspiring way. The mysteries of faith can be difficult to impart verbally to a young audience, and children can become restless and inattentive in a classroom setting; but this dynamic method of teaching religious principles is sure to capture their attention while reinforcing the catechism. |
Item Specifications...
Pages 256
Dimensions: Length: 10.98" Width: 8.34" Height: 0.56"
Weight: 1.01 lbs.
Binding Softcover
Release Date Apr 1, 2009
Publisher The Crossroad Publishing Company
ISBN 0824525183
EAN 9780824525187
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 | Magical teachings Jul 27, 2009 |
In writing The Catechist's Magic Kit, Angelo has taken magic principles to demonstrate and teach the basics and foundations of Catholicism in an easy to grasp manner which the students can easily learn with the help of magical visualization. I highly recommend this book to anyone who teaches CCD, performs at religious affairs such as baptisms and communions, not to use to teach there but to entertain while reinforcing the principles - even without words.
The section in the back which is several pages in length and which shows the comparison between the Catholic teachings and how these apply to other religions is an invaluable tool for those who wish to use the book to teach in their own faith. It is also a good comparative chart which demonstrates how similar we all are in this very small world.
Thank you Angelo Stagnaro and I only wish this had been available when I was taking my CCD classes as a child. | | | | With no hint of irony!!! Jun 23, 2009 |
I have to say I was just curious, and I could not stop laughing ...... but then it struck me like a bolt out of the blue..... YOU GUYS ARE SERIOUS!!! With absolutely no hint of irony you have sleight of hand and religion side by side.
May I suggest The God Delusion by Richard Dawkins as your next serious book purchase, and read it cover to cover. | | | | REPRINT Jun 22, 2009 |
| The original has to be about, oh, 2000 years old? I hope this was written with a bit of tongue-in-cheek. | | |  | A great tool for teaching ! Apr 4, 2009 |
| I teach CCD (religious instruction) and I've been searching for a way to make my classes more interesting for my kids. Frankly, I was a bit surprised at finding a book that uses magic (i.e., sleight-of-hand) to teach kids. Now that I've used a couple of the tricks used in the book, I think I'm having more fun than the kids are! The book is replete with beautiful drawings and the instructions are very clear. They look like come out of a Boy's Life magazine I use to get as a scout. The most reassuring thing about the book is that it received an imprimatur from the Catholic Church. Without that, I would have been a great deal more hesitant about using the book. All in all, I think it's a great book, very useful and I've already had great reactions from my kids. | | | | Good catechetical tool Apr 1, 2009 |
| This book contains useful magical tricks to engage kids' attention and to impart to them the essentials of the Catholic faith. It follows in the tradition of Saint John Bosco, who also was known to use magic tricks as a tool for catechesis. The descriptions of the tricks are clear, and the doctrinal content is faithful to Catholic teaching. The author is both an accomplished magician and a veteran writer for the Catholic press. | | | Write your own review about The Catechist's Magic Kit: 80 Simple Tricks for Teaching Catholicism to Kids
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