Review = Science Magic Tricks for Kids: 50 Amazing Experiments That Explode, Change Color, Glow, and More!

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 If you have a budding scientist that wants to expand these principles into an area that can be entertaining for others, this book is perfect. Who does not enjoy some cool magic tricks? Most kids do and this book is the perfect combination between science and magic. The book has 50 experiments that work like magic by showing such phenomena as a flame seemingly moving through the air from candle to candle. Adult supervision is recommended, but the tricks are perfect for home use since no specific laboratory equipment etc is required.

The recommended age for kids is 8 through 12 years of age and magic tricks can be done using regular household materials. Not only are these tricks fun, but they are also useful to reinforce the scientific principles learned in school by using them in tricks. The instructions are easy, can be followed and understood by kids of this age group and the author has even included some questions so that the budding magician can talk with the audience during the magic show. This last part is great to also help shy kids overcome some of the fear of talking in public. Providing guidance on what to talk with the audience during the magic show can teach these kids that being in front of an audience is nothing to. be scared about.

Overall, a very entertaining book that is also good for teaching sciences in its practical applications.

This book is available on amazon.com and is currently available for a discounted price.

Re4view = Fun with National Parks: A Big Activity Book for Kids about America's Natural Wonders

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Whether you are visiting National Parks in the near future or simply want to teach your kids about these wonderful resources, this book is perfect for parents to explain to kids the purpose of National Parks and how important of a resource they are. If you visit a National Park, even better to have your child do the activities in preparation for the visit, but these activities are great even when maybe watching a documentary on National Parks. 

This book covers activities for all National Parks and we have 63 of them currently. The activities focus on history, landscapes and animals that we find in these locations. Maybe use a map of the US to explain to your child why parks have different animals depending on whether they are located in Alaska or are in Florida. This activity book can be a great learning tool for geography and history as well as biology and teach kids in a fun way.

 The book is available on amazon.com and has 125 suggested activities for the US national parks.

Review = Logic Puzzles Book for Brain Fitness: 90-Day Challenge to Sharpen the Mind and Strengthen Cognitive Skills Enlarged Print, Easy to Hard!

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This paperback book is great to work your brain at any age and with its large print is also great for senior, who may deal with some visual problems. The puzzle types include sudoku, my personal favorite type, as well as logic grid puzzles, calcudoku, battleship, kakuro, and masyu.The puzzles range in level from easy to difficult and so if you are new, you can monitor your progression as you get better with more practice.

The book has also some space for notes as you work through the puzzles. Overall, a fun book to keep your brain busy without screen time and the time commitment is perfect for waiting rooms or brief work breaks. I highly recommend this book for people that want to exercise their brain without worrying about spending too much time on puzzles.

This book is available on amazon.com and comes with an answer key, so figuring out puzzles does not end in frustration.

Review = Crystal Healing for Women: A Modern Guide to the Power of Crystals for Renewed Energy, Strength, and Wellness

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This review hit close to home because my family has always collected gemstons and I learned as a child already about the healing power of crystals. 

The author does a great job of introducing the reader to the various crystals with photos and a general summary that includes available color, location of origin and then listing chakras as well as possible pairings with other crystals. 

The page also has a summary of the healing powers for each crystal as well as a brief recommendation in what form to find it and how to use it, such as a tumbled crystal that can be carried in a pocket or hand. The listing of crystals ends chapter one that also contains a general introduction to crystals as healing objects and how to care for them.

Chapter 2 is organized by health impact. Therefore, if you are looking to deal with recovery from a miscarriage, the author will provide you guidance on rituals that can support your healing using crystals. Supporting information includes duration and frequency as well as a which crystals to use and then provides a stepwise guidance on how to use the crystals in the recovery effort. 

Overall, a well written and concise book that is perfect for someone just getting started in exploring the healing power of crystals.

The book is currently available on amazon.com with a Kindle price is less than $1. I recommend this book to anyone interested in the healing power of crystals, but also a nice addition to any library for a fan of geology and mineralogy.