Ibby's Magic Weekend

Reach for this book when your child is stuck in a 'nothing to do' rut or when siblings and cousins are struggling to find common ground during a family visit. Ibby's Magic Weekend is a delightful antidote to boredom that celebrates the untapped potential of a child's imagination. It transforms a quiet visit to an older relative's house into a vibrant adventure, showing how curiosity can turn the most mundane settings into places of wonder. The story follows three cousins who discover an old magic set in an attic, only to find that the tricks actually work. Beyond the whimsy, the book explores the dynamics of childhood cooperation and the joy of shared secrets. It is perfectly pitched for the 7 to 10 age range, offering a gentle, humorous reading experience that reinforces the idea that magic is often found in the people we play with and the creative risks we take together.