A Picture Book of Harry Houdini

A Picture Book of Harry Houdini

Author: David A. Adler

Publisher: Holiday House

Published: 2015-01-19

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 0823434141

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Harry Houdini astounded audiences around the globe with his death-defying acts and illusions. With his wife, Bess, often by his side, he freed himself from ropes, handcuffs, straitjackets, and prison cells. Once he even made a ten-thousand-pound elephant vanish into thin air! Yet Harry's life was not always so glamorous. When he was a boy, he shined shoes and did odd jobs to help make ends meet. But a career in magic was always in the cards for Harry. Readers will be mesmerized by this captivating biography of one of the most celebrated escape artists and magicians in history.


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Download or read book A Picture Book of Harry Houdini written by David A. Adler and published by Holiday House. This book was released on 2015-01-19 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Harry Houdini astounded audiences around the globe with his death-defying acts and illusions. With his wife, Bess, often by his side, he freed himself from ropes, handcuffs, straitjackets, and prison cells. Once he even made a ten-thousand-pound elephant vanish into thin air! Yet Harry's life was not always so glamorous. When he was a boy, he shined shoes and did odd jobs to help make ends meet. But a career in magic was always in the cards for Harry. Readers will be mesmerized by this captivating biography of one of the most celebrated escape artists and magicians in history.

Harry Houdini

Harry Houdini

Author: Patricia Lakin

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2002-09

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 0689848153

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Simple text describes how Harry Houdini, born Ehrich Weiss, worked hard to become a great magician.


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Download or read book Harry Houdini written by Patricia Lakin and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2002-09 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Simple text describes how Harry Houdini, born Ehrich Weiss, worked hard to become a great magician.

Harry Houdini for Kids

Harry Houdini for Kids

Author: Laurie Carlson

Publisher: Chicago Review Press

Published: 2009-02-01

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 1613741952

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&&LDIV&&R&&LDIV&&R&&LP style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"&&RIllusionist, escape artist, movie star, aviator, and spy—Harry Houdini was all these and an international celebrity and the world’s most famous magician. This fascinating biography looks at all the facets of Houdini’s amazing life and includes 21 magic tricks and illusions for a hands-on learning experience. Children will be inspired by this Jewish immigrant who grew up in poverty and, through perseverance and hard work, went on to become one of the most popular and successful entertainers of all time. Houdini was an artist who created his acts carefully, practicing them for years in some cases. He performed such seemingly impossible stunts as escaping several sets of handcuffs and ropes after jumping off a bridge into a flowing river. &&L/P&&R&&LP style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"&&R &&L/P&&R&&LP style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"&&RKids will learn how he devised his most legendary stunts and will also learn the science and logic behind many of Houdini’s acts including his famous milk can escape. Kids can amaze their family and friends with these simple, entertaining, and fun tricks and illusions: &&L/P&&R Stepping through an index card Performing an odd number trick Making a coin appear Mind reading with a secret code Making a magic box Lifting a person with one hand Making a talking board And much more &&LP style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"&&R &&L/P&&R&&L/DIV&&R&&L/DIV&&R


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Download or read book Harry Houdini for Kids written by Laurie Carlson and published by Chicago Review Press. This book was released on 2009-02-01 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: &&LDIV&&R&&LDIV&&R&&LP style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"&&RIllusionist, escape artist, movie star, aviator, and spy—Harry Houdini was all these and an international celebrity and the world’s most famous magician. This fascinating biography looks at all the facets of Houdini’s amazing life and includes 21 magic tricks and illusions for a hands-on learning experience. Children will be inspired by this Jewish immigrant who grew up in poverty and, through perseverance and hard work, went on to become one of the most popular and successful entertainers of all time. Houdini was an artist who created his acts carefully, practicing them for years in some cases. He performed such seemingly impossible stunts as escaping several sets of handcuffs and ropes after jumping off a bridge into a flowing river. &&L/P&&R&&LP style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"&&R &&L/P&&R&&LP style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"&&RKids will learn how he devised his most legendary stunts and will also learn the science and logic behind many of Houdini’s acts including his famous milk can escape. Kids can amaze their family and friends with these simple, entertaining, and fun tricks and illusions: &&L/P&&R Stepping through an index card Performing an odd number trick Making a coin appear Mind reading with a secret code Making a magic box Lifting a person with one hand Making a talking board And much more &&LP style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"&&R &&L/P&&R&&L/DIV&&R&&L/DIV&&R

Harry Houdini

Harry Houdini

Author: Elizabeth MacLeod

Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd

Published: 2009-08

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1554532981

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Brief biography of the famous escape artist and magician.


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Download or read book Harry Houdini written by Elizabeth MacLeod and published by Kids Can Press Ltd. This book was released on 2009-08 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brief biography of the famous escape artist and magician.

Harry Houdini

Harry Houdini

Author: Janice Weaver

Publisher: Harry N. Abrams

Published: 2011-10-01

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781419700149

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The life of Harry Houdini and his less famous partner, his brother Dash, includes details of his well-known career as a magician, as well as his interest in exposing fake mediums and other frauds. Sidebars highlight topics related to the early 20th century, such as child labor, the dime museums, and early aviation, an interest of Houdini's.


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Download or read book Harry Houdini written by Janice Weaver and published by Harry N. Abrams. This book was released on 2011-10-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The life of Harry Houdini and his less famous partner, his brother Dash, includes details of his well-known career as a magician, as well as his interest in exposing fake mediums and other frauds. Sidebars highlight topics related to the early 20th century, such as child labor, the dime museums, and early aviation, an interest of Houdini's.

A Spotlight for Harry

A Spotlight for Harry

Author: Eric A. Kimmel

Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers

Published: 2010-09-28

Total Pages: 67

ISBN-13: 0375856978

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Harry Weiss—later known as Harry Houdini—is enthralled when the circus comes to his Wisconsin town. He loves all the acts, but his favorites are the tightrope and the amazing trick where a man hangs from a rope by his teeth! Harry and his brother decide to try circus tricks in a nearby barn, and although Harry’s headstrong determination leads him into trouble, it also opens up a whole new world. In this evocative story, Eric A. Kimmel tells how Harry Weiss discovered his love for performing, many years before he became world famous. History Stepping Stones now feature updated content that emphasizes Common Core and today’s renewed interest in nonfiction. Perfect for home, school, and library bookshelves!


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Download or read book A Spotlight for Harry written by Eric A. Kimmel and published by Random House Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2010-09-28 with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Harry Weiss—later known as Harry Houdini—is enthralled when the circus comes to his Wisconsin town. He loves all the acts, but his favorites are the tightrope and the amazing trick where a man hangs from a rope by his teeth! Harry and his brother decide to try circus tricks in a nearby barn, and although Harry’s headstrong determination leads him into trouble, it also opens up a whole new world. In this evocative story, Eric A. Kimmel tells how Harry Weiss discovered his love for performing, many years before he became world famous. History Stepping Stones now feature updated content that emphasizes Common Core and today’s renewed interest in nonfiction. Perfect for home, school, and library bookshelves!

The Secret of the Great Houdini

The Secret of the Great Houdini

Author: Robert Burleigh

Publisher: Atheneum Books

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780689832673

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As Sam and Uncle Ezra watch, the Great Houdini escapes from a trunk at the bottom of the river. Includes factual information about Houdini and his career as a magician and escape artist.


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Download or read book The Secret of the Great Houdini written by Robert Burleigh and published by Atheneum Books. This book was released on 2002 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As Sam and Uncle Ezra watch, the Great Houdini escapes from a trunk at the bottom of the river. Includes factual information about Houdini and his career as a magician and escape artist.

Houdini

Houdini

Author: Agnieszka Biskup

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2010-12

Total Pages: 18

ISBN-13: 1429662689

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"In graphic novel format, explores the life of Harry Houdini and describes some of his most daring escapes"--Provided by publisher.


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Download or read book Houdini written by Agnieszka Biskup and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2010-12 with total page 18 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In graphic novel format, explores the life of Harry Houdini and describes some of his most daring escapes"--Provided by publisher.

The Houdini Box

The Houdini Box

Author:

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2008-10-07

Total Pages: 82

ISBN-13: 1416968784

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A chance encounter with Harry Houdini leaves a small boy in possession of a mysterious box--one that might hold the secrets to the greatest magic tricks ever performed.


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Download or read book The Houdini Box written by and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2008-10-07 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A chance encounter with Harry Houdini leaves a small boy in possession of a mysterious box--one that might hold the secrets to the greatest magic tricks ever performed.

Houdini and Me

Houdini and Me

Author: Dan Gutman

Publisher: Holiday House

Published: 2021-03-02

Total Pages: 227

ISBN-13: 0823445151

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Harry has always admired the famous escape artist Houdini. And when Houdini asks for help in coming back to life, it seems like an amazing chance...or could it be Houdini's greatest trick of all? Eleven-year-old Harry Mancini is NOT Harry Houdini--the famous escape artist who died in 1926. But Harry DOES live in Houdini's old New York City home, and he definitely knows everything there is to know about Houdini's life. What is he supposed to do, then, when someone starts texting him claiming that they're Houdini, communicating from beyond the grave? Respond, of course. It's hard for Harry to believe that Houdini is really contacting him, but this Houdini texts the secrets to all of the escape tricks the dead Houdini used to do. What's more, Houdini's offering Harry a chance to go back in time and experience it for himself. Should Harry ignore what must be a hoax? Or should he give it a try and take Houdini up on this death-defying offer? Dan Gutman is the award-winning author of series including My Weird School, The Genius Files, and the baseball card series, including Honus & Me. He uses his writing powers for good once again in this exciting new middle grade novel. Named a New York State Great Read by the Empire State Center for the Book!


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Download or read book Houdini and Me written by Dan Gutman and published by Holiday House. This book was released on 2021-03-02 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Harry has always admired the famous escape artist Houdini. And when Houdini asks for help in coming back to life, it seems like an amazing chance...or could it be Houdini's greatest trick of all? Eleven-year-old Harry Mancini is NOT Harry Houdini--the famous escape artist who died in 1926. But Harry DOES live in Houdini's old New York City home, and he definitely knows everything there is to know about Houdini's life. What is he supposed to do, then, when someone starts texting him claiming that they're Houdini, communicating from beyond the grave? Respond, of course. It's hard for Harry to believe that Houdini is really contacting him, but this Houdini texts the secrets to all of the escape tricks the dead Houdini used to do. What's more, Houdini's offering Harry a chance to go back in time and experience it for himself. Should Harry ignore what must be a hoax? Or should he give it a try and take Houdini up on this death-defying offer? Dan Gutman is the award-winning author of series including My Weird School, The Genius Files, and the baseball card series, including Honus & Me. He uses his writing powers for good once again in this exciting new middle grade novel. Named a New York State Great Read by the Empire State Center for the Book!