Magic Tricks

Disappearing Water Trick
Your child will say a magic word of his choice over a cup of water, turn the cup over and only a chunk of ice will come out. Magic Tricks Reviewed explains the secret -- a sponge wedged in the bottom of the glass absorbs the water. The ice cube is placed on top of the sponge.

Betcha Can't Crack an Egg
Have your child challenge her friends to crack a raw egg with their bare hands. What your child will know is that an egg is actually pretty tough when squeezed with the hand. Its shape allows it to withstand pressure very well when applied all over. Funology recommends doing this trick over a sink, though, just in case someone is strong enough!

Practice the "patter" as well as the trick. Figure out before hand what you want to say during the show. Good patter will help distract the audience just enough to keep them from guessing how you've pulled off your magical feats! Here's a start for you:
I have a magic trick for you.
It should be lots of fun.
Pay very close attention,
And guess how it is done!