Antón sabe hacer magia. (Anton Knows Magic).

By staff -- Críticas, 9/1/2007

PreS-Gr 1-Translated from the German, this little gem tells the story of a boy who wants to be a magician. Wearing his magician’s turban, Antón attempts to make a tree disappear without success. He then tries his magic on a bird sitting on a tree and succeeds. When Antón opens his eyes after delivering the magic words, the bird is not there (it has actually flown away). When he tries to make his friend Lucas disappear, his playmate just walks off. The conceit that Antón can really do magic is cleverly resolved when the bird reappears in time for the young magician’s last trick. The cartoonlike illustrations, ink and watercolor over a white background, provide just the right lighthearted tone. Not available in English, this picture book is perfect for beginner readers, storytimes, and read-alouds. A great addition for any collection.—Tim Wadham, Youth Services Coordinator, Maricopa Cty. Lib. District, Phoenix, AZ