Tommy's "MAGIC of Books" program is second to none as he promotes READING and BOOKS in this 45 minute magic
show that inspires children to turn OFF their televisions and
video games and turn ON to the THRILL OF READING!
The children will witness how reading inspires imagination as
some very popular story books come to life. THE VELVETEEN RABBIT,
THE SECRET GARDEN & CHARLOTTE'S WEB are a few of the books
utilized in this exciting educational performance of fun and laughter!
A stuffed bunny becomes a real live bunny, as in the story of
the Velveteen Rabbit! (the screams from the children are worth the price of the show!)
Tommy also incorporates music into the program as he brings the story of The Secret Garden to life, producing bouquet after bouquet of gorgeous flowers which sets the stage for the rest of the program.
How about a visit from the only LITERATE spider
in the world Charlotte, from the story Charlotte's Web.
Charlotte spins a magical web and writes a message in the
center for all the children to go out and share with the world.
The children will be reminded to take responsibility when borrowing
books from the library, as it wouldn't be fair to others if the
book is returned damaged or destroyed. (Courtesy to others)
Fiction, Non Fiction,
biographies . . . it's all here along with some very subtle moral messages such as being nice to others, makes this a
"can't go wrong" performance for your next school
assembly or library event. (See the testimonials below)
This performance is GUARANTEED TO PLEASE!
Testimonials for "Magic of Books"
It was FABULOUS! The Magic of Books was absolutely wonderful! Tommy James not only entertains the students with skill and wit, but the teachers as well! He had the whole auditorium eating out of his hand throughout the entire performance! The books he showcased were of high interest and excellent representations of quality literature.
He managed to tie in the love of books with fascinating magic tricks and hilarious banter. Never a dull moment, leaving the students wanting more, more, more! Both teachers and students alike are asking for his return again next year!
Nancy Florence/ Librarian
Indian Head School, Hanson, MA
Dear Tommy,
Thank you for kicking off our reading week with your Magic of Books show. Everyone, including students and staff loved it! You made great connections to the joy of reading using your magic. We will definitely have you back in the future!
Phil McCormick- Reading Teacher
Hennessey Elementary School
East Providence, RI
Tommy James captivated our students attention with his truly delightful, humorous and motivating performance "The Magic of Books." Students were mesmerized, engaged and active participants throughout the show. Tommy's high-spirited and endearing personality introduced our students to beloved book characters, non-fiction topics and biographical content and left the students talking about reading and books. How perfect! You will love it!
Deborah Blake/ Reading Specialist, NBCT
Exeter-West Greenwich RI Regional Schools
With a tribute to Dr. Seuss!
Be the first school or library in your area to host this BRAND NEW reading incentive magic show which inspires all the students to stand up and take an oath to read 20-30 minutes each and every day!
After touring New England for over ten years with his "Magic of Books" program its finally here. Tommy James' brand new reading incentive show
"Hands UP to READING" is ready to educate elementary school students about the wonderful world of reading books.
Students will be captivated during this this 45 minute performance with inspirations from Dr. Seuss.
Thing 1 and Thing 2 will prove to everyone that seeing
can be deceiving!
Explored are the valuable resources a library has to
offer and that books are the windows to the wide
world around us. Tommy touches on geography books
and when visiting our library, we can visit any country in the world and learn about their population their culture and the unique things that country has to offer. The students are then taken on an imaginary trip to a country in a far away land!
Tommy explains to the children that you can learn something from ANY book, as Aesop's tale of the Tortoise and the Hare is brought to life utilizing two student helpers on stage. This hilarious skit ends with a moral message: "Whatever you do in life, whether taking a test or running a race, if you try hard and never give up, you will be a winner each and every time."
Towards the end of the performance all the students are asked to stand as a group and raise their right hand and take an oath to read twenty to thirty minutes each and every day. Three students are then invited on stage to see if they are true to the oath!
A model library is on stage and continuously shown empty throughout the show. The performance ends with the magical appearance of a real live bunny inside the library!
(Bunnies like to read too!)
All in all the children will learn that reading can be fun, educational and relaxing all at the same time.
This reading incentive show is packed full of fun and surprises. Tommy provides a professional backdrop and his own sound system with music and sound effects choreographed throughout the program.
New and refreshing! Call anytime to reserve a date and time for your school or library.
Tommy's "MAGIC of Books" program is second to none as he promotes READING and BOOKS in this 45 minute magic
show that inspires children to turn 
The children will be reminded to take responsibility when borrowing
books from the library, as it wouldn't be fair to others if the
book is returned damaged or destroyed. (Courtesy to others)
this 45 minute performance with inspirations from Dr. Seuss.
