KID SHOW KLIFF NOTES
The Psychology of Performing Magic for Children
Lecture Notes Author: David Kay (Silly Billy)

Pages 25 :Stapled Booklet Copyright 2001
Price $10.00
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Table of Contents

I. You're Not In Kansas Anymore

II. Ten Steps To Understanding Children's Magic

1. Speak to the children as you would an adult.
2. Emphasize the entertainment over the effect.
3. Eliminate distractions.
4. Go with the flow.
5. Be patient.
6. "I know that one" doesn't always mean that.
7. Children love participating.
8. Keep plots easy to follow.
9. Make pop culture references.
10. Have fun.

III. Don'ts

IV. Differences Between The Ages

Ages 3-7: Silly, Silly, Silly
Ages 7-9: Who Farted!
Ages 10-13: "The Card Was On The Ceiling The Whole Time."

V. Choosing A Child To Assist You On Stage

1. Asking for a volunteer.
2. Choosing the right volunteer.
3. Make the child feel welcomed.
4. Dress up your volunteer.
5. Empower the child.
6. Reward your assistant.

VI. Routines - Vanishing a Silk

For 3-7-year olds.
For 7-9-year olds.
For 10-13-year olds.

VII. Additional Information.

Appendix I - The Development of a Child
Appendix II - Magician / Child Dictionary
Appendix III - Tricks For Your Kid Show That You Already Own
Bibliography - The Best Books To Start With

About the Author: David Kaye

Review: David Kaye (Silly Billy) reveals ten years worth of experience in dealing with the kids and the differences in age groups. The name of this booklet says it all. KID SHOW KLIFF NOTES
The Psychology of Performing Magic for Children. There is more to performing for children, then presenting magic. They don't think like adults, they are brutally honest, and they are acting as they should for children. A understanding of what is going on in the minds of the little ones (in three different age groups) really makes your job as a kid show magician a lot easier. This booklet is highly recommended. Don't expect tricks here, just the facts on dealing with kids audience.