No More Magic

Reach for this book when your child is caught between the logic of growing up and the lingering desire to believe in things that go bump in the night. It is perfect for the pre-teen who is starting to feel too old for fairy tales but still feels a chill when a shadow moves in the corner of their eye. The story follows Chris, whose bike disappears on Halloween, launching him into a mystery that pits scientific reasoning against supernatural suspicion. While his brother demands cold, hard facts, Chris and his friend Muffin follow a trail that feels distinctly magical. It is a wonderful exploration of how we form beliefs, the importance of questioning the obvious, and the transition from childhood wonder to adolescent skepticism. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's intuition while teaching the value of critical thinking.