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Title:
| Famous People: Magicians |
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Description:
| Learn about famous magicians and the tricks that made them popular. Includes biographies of Harry Houdini, David Copperfield, Siegfried and Roy, Lance Burton, and more. Watch videos of their performances and read about the secrets behind their tricks. There are links to eThemes Resources on the history of magic and magic tricks. |
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Grade Level:
| 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
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Resource Links:
| Magic: The Science of Illusion
Click on the names on the left to learn more about these famous magicians.
ThinkQuest: Famous Magicians
Read these short biographies of Harry Houdini, David Copperfield, and Lance Burton.
Conjuring Lights
Click on "Gallery of Portraits" for pictures and descriptions of some famous magicians.
Fact Monster: David Copperfield
Read a short biography of David Copperfield. NOTE: The site includes a pop-up ad.
Siegfried and Roy: Masters of the Impossible
The official Siegfried and Roy site includes their biographies and timelines of their lives. Click on "Magic" and "Magic Box" for five short movies. "Interactive Magic" includes tips on doing magic tricks.
PBS: The American Experience: Houdini
This site has information about Houdini. Click on "Timeline" for major events in his life. Click on "Gallery" to see posters that promoted his acts. "Special Features" includes explanations for how he did his tricks, videos of his performances, and a game.
OCHS Houdini Historical Center
Find out why Houdini disliked spiritualism and how he tried to disprove it. Learn his real name and the cause of his death.
America's Story: Harry Houdini
Read several articles about the life and magic of Harry Houdini. Includes photographs.
Lance Burton: Master Magician
Explore Lance Burton's official site. Click on "Television" to see a video clip of one of his magic tricks. Click on "Learning Magic" at the top and then "Magic Secrets Revealed" for some magic tricks you can do.
Magic in the World Today
Here is information about some magicians who are popular today.
eThemes Resource: Magic: History
Read about the history of magic and how it has evolved through the years. Find out why people used to believe the word abracadabra was important. View photographs of cups and balls that were used to perform an old illusion.
eThemes Resource: Magic: Tricks and Illusions
These fun sites feature many online optical illusions. Students can try to unravel the mystery behind these illusions. Learn how to perform many magic tricks, including how to make a quarter disappear and how to float above the ground.
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Education Standards:
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MO Standards:
1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.10, 2.1, 1, 3, 4, 5, 6
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