Add a Bit of 'Magic' to Summer and Leave Those Video Games Behind

WESTPORT, MA (PRWEB) May 15, 2007 -- Ah, summer. Kids are out of school and the family is off for vacation. Of course, traveling with children can be a double-edged sword as parents may be faced with "Are we there yet?," "I'm bored," or "It's raining out, I want to play video games."

However, engaging children's minds and encouraging outlets of creativity shouldn't stop just because school has. Summer travel is really quite a magical opportunity for kids to learn something new.

In fact, why not have them actually learn a little bit of magic?

Renowned magician Lyn Dillies, who has released the delightful, award-winning DVD "Learn Magic with Lyn," is all for that. "Learning a few magic routines is so empowering for kids. The activities help build positive self-esteem, teach responsibility, and nurture creativity and a child's imagination. This is a fantastic project to keep kids occupied and for the entire family to enjoy together."

The DVD presents budding young magicians with an engaging, entertaining and easy-to follow introduction to the world of illusionary magic. "Learn Magic With Lyn" features eleven uncomplicated but impressive tricks any child can learn within minutes using ordinary, everyday items - cups, string, construction paper, tape, etc. - all of which can be easily taken along on any family excursion

Feeling cooped up on the plane? Have junior amaze your seatmate with the "Dime Go" trick (better than them kicking the seat in front of you, yes?). Taking a break for lunch? Have munchkin demonstrate the "Wonder Wand" trick to your food server (before the food comes, of course). And even visual stunning vacation spots have their share of bad weather, leading to the inevitable "rainy day in the hotel room" scenario. Instead of playing video games, have young travelers perform a magic show just for you!

With the vast amount of portable technology available to families today -DVD players, video games, ipods - the temptation to turn young minds over to electronic amusements is hard to resist. Families don't even have to bring their own video games along with them since many hotels provide them through the in-room television menu. With options like these so readily available, it's awfully enticing to parents to choose electronics to keep the kids occupied when boredom sets in.

"However, having children actively entertaining others, being the center of attention in a positive, confidence-building manner is beneficial and joyous, and supports their social development, engages their imaginations and expands their interests," says Dillies. "And it will make for a better travel experience for all."

For over two decades, Dillies has wowed audiences both in theatres and on television, sharing the stage with many notable entertainers. She performs her "Magic at the Symphony" program live with symphonies around the country including several appearances at New York's prestigious Lincoln Center. Dillies was the first illusionist in magic history to make two living Asian elephants appear in succession in front of a live audience during the grand opening of the Buttonwood Park Zoo in her hometown of New Bedford, Mass.

"Learn Magic with Lyn" DVD has received several awards from national organizations that honor the best in children's entertainment and educational products: Iparentingmedia Award, Film Advisory Board's Award of Excellence , Parent's Choice Approval and the Dove Foundation's Family Approved Seal. The 53-minute DVD is appropriate for children ages seven and older and retails for $14.99.

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