The Catechist's Magic Kit: 80 Simple Tricks for Teaching Catholicism to Kids
"Angelo Stagnaro’s book explains, not only the construction and performance of each of the magic tricks and its presentation, but also has extensive Biblical and classical literary references to the religious lessons each effect represents. If spreading the word by entertainingly presenting the important concepts of Catholicism is your goal, (and I can't think of a better one), this well written volume should be at the top of your list." —Mark Wilson, Magic International"The magic tricks are easy for a catechist to learn because they are simple and direct; written with beauty and clarity permeated with the love of Christ. Fear not, these tricks can be performed by the average layperson for children, teenagers and adults! You can use the whole book or treat it like a cookbook by choosing just a few routines. Each magical lesson is keyed with a special index that describes how it can be used best – as a levitation on stage for example. A monumental and complete resource for using Gospel magic as a teaching tool!"  —Rev. David Reed-Brown, Meaningful Magic"For religion teachers looking for ways to engage children's attention and impart to them the truths of the Catholic faith—Presto!—here is your book."  —Brian Finnerty, national communications officer, Opus Dei"Angelo Stagnaro has done an outstanding job in this book.. . . excellently written and presented. His approach to teaching religious concepts through the use of magic is very creative and his choice in magic tricks is sure to impress catechism classes. He's done a fantastic job. I am proud to have a copy of his book in my collection." —María Ibáñez, president, Society of American Magicians"Stagnaro provides a brief survey of the principles of the stage art of magic before his collection of step-by-step instructions for tricks along with scripts that tie the Word to the action."  —National Catholic Register