Kid Stuff Number 4 by Frances Ireland Marchall

Kid Stuff, Volume 4 by Frances Ireland Marshall

Frances Ireland Marshall (1910–2002) was one of the most influential figures in 20th-century magic — a performer, dealer, writer, and creator whose work inspired generations of magicians. Her celebrated Kid Stuff series remains essential reading for anyone performing magic for children. Each volume blends original routines, patter, advice, and insights into both the performance and business of children’s shows.

About Volume 4

The fourth in a six-volume set, Kid Stuff, Volume 4 is bigger than any volume before it. With 128 pages, this book contains 33 new tricks, routines to adapt with props you already own, contributions from well-known magicians, and practical advice for the working performer. Fully illustrated, comb bound softcover edition (5½" × 8½").

Highlights Include

• Bruce Armstrong — routines and ideas from the “Uncle Max” of Canadian TV
• Maggie the Clown — kid party ideas and tips
• Jane Jarrow — patter presentations, including Wizard of Oz and Peter Pan themes
• Blue & Gold Banquet Work — Cub Scout routines and ideas
• Santa Claus Bits — how to incorporate seasonal material
• Contributions by: Phil Foxwell, Philip Wilmarth, Piet Forton, Ali Bongo, Eric C. Lewis, Jack Delvin, Jimmy Flowers, and many more

Detailed Contents

Sixty items in all, including routines such as The Silk Theft, Photo Fun With Kids, Clippo for Kids, Ghost Family, Haunted Castle, Rocket Ship X, Lollipops Galore, Clarence, Santa’s Stocking, and over fifty additional tricks, stunts, and gags. Topics also include giveaways and party ideas, gags for children, Cub Scout magic, and verbal comedy lines.

Why This Book Matters

• Comprehensive — 128 pages of routines, tips, and advice
• Collaborative — features work from multiple respected magicians
• Practical — designed for real-world children’s entertainers
• Collectible — part of the six-volume Kid Stuff series, a cornerstone of kid-show magic

Kid Stuff, Volume 4 is not just a trick book — it’s a working guide for magicians who want to delight, entertain, and manage children’s audiences with professionalism and fun. A must-have addition to any serious magic library.