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Teeny Houdini #1: The Disappearing Act

By Katrina Moore
Series: Teeny Houdini
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Teeny Houdini #1: The Disappearing Act by Katrina Moore is a delightful children's book about a spirited young girl who fancies herself a magician. Determined to make her mark with some impressive tricks, she inadvertently causes a series of amusing misunderstandings. The tale explores themes of imagination, creativity, and the importance of family and friends when things don’t go as planned.
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You might enjoy this book if you're looking for a delightful tale about a young girl's magical adventures and love a mix of humour and excitement. With its charming characters and captivating storyline, it's perfect for children who enjoy stories about friendship and the unexpected twists of childhood magic.

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The adventures of Teeny Houdini come in short, easy-to-read chapters full of hilarious illustrations—a favorite series for building confident readers!

Bessie Lee might be the teeniest in her first-grade class, but with the tap-tap-tap of her wand, some glitter, and a little magic .

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Meet Bessie Lee! The Teeny Houdini chapter book series from author Katrina Moore and illustrator Zoe Si begins with a simply magical story. The adventures of Teeny Houdini come in short, easy-to-read chapters full of hilarious illustrations—a favourite series for building confident readers!

Bessie Lee might be the teeniest in her first-grade class, but with the tap-tap-tap of her wand, some glitter, and a little magic... she’s going to dazzle the crowds to win the school talent show.

But when a trick goes disastrously wrong, Rufus, the class hamster, disappears!

Can Bessie find a way to bring him back in time? Or is Rufus truly gone forever?

Teeny Houdini, also known as Bessie Lee, is an overly excited, mischievous first-grader who bounces off the walls—and off the page—with her volume, enthusiasm, and grand ideas, which are just too big for her tiny frame. Bessie’s multigenerational Chinese American family is the warm centre of the stories, from exasperated but loving big sister Bailey to the always encouraging and understanding Gramma.

Kid-friendly and engaging, the Teeny Houdini series is a good fit for early chapter book readers. And as a bonus, kids learn the real and simple steps to a different magic trick in each book!

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Teeny Houdini #1: The Disappearing Act is praised for its quick-paced, episodic chapters and stylized illustrations that capture an ethnically inclusive community. Bessie Lee is a relatable and entertaining protagonist, often compared to Junie B. Jones, with her big personality and imaginative escapades. The book is lauded for its accessible vocabulary and repetition, making it a great transition from easy readers, while also highlighting the warmth and humour in family dynamics.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780063004627

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 March 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperCollins

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Zoe Si

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 138g

Pages: 112

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Education & Reference Katrina Moore Series: Teeny Houdini

About the Author

Katrina Moore is the author of the picture books, One Hug, Grandpa Grumps, Sometimes Love, and more. She grew up in the suburbs of Maryland with her big Chinese-American family. She now lives in New Jersey with her husband, huge pup, teeny dog, and two young children, where she writes, teaches, and goes on all sorts of magical adventures. Connect with her at www.katrinamoorebooks.com Zoe Si is a cartoonist and illustrator who has been drawing pictures ever since she was the teeniest girl in her first grade class. She has illustrated a number of children's books and is a regular contributor of cartoons and humor pieces to The New Yorker.. Zoe lives with her husband in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia, where she also practiced law for several years.

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