Jason Logan

Imagination combines with the world of colors to inspire creative fun and the joy of foraging.

This book inspires readers to become color wizards. After a short introduction, it dives right into the creative 'how-to' of various activities. Readers learn to make their own cloaks, wands, and more as they open their imagination and take a deep dive into the idea of being a wizard. But that's just the beginning. This playful side opens the door to the art of foraging and learning to use the show more colors found in nature. There are directions on how to create colors from various things found in nature and what to do with them. Even science and a little social sciences slide into the spotlight to give greater depth.

Not only does this book open up to new ideas, but it inspires to an entire project or new hobby. There are symbols, which help readers know how difficult an activity will be and other symbols to show when adult assistance is necessary. In general, the book tries to steer to as much independent work as possible...after all, creativity is an individual wonder. It can be used in all sorts of environments, and this is explained during one of the first sections. There's also a cute section about readers discovering their magical affinity (air, earth, and so on) as it guides through the many places potential colors can be found.

Readers will be inspired to head outdoors and discover the area around them, seeing it from a new perspective. It's something which can be used for group projects, neighbor activities, or individually. There are enough activities to be used for several days or can expand into weeks or more, and works especially well when readers can visit various environments (like on day trips or vacation).

This is a fun read, which not only builds a new appreciation for nature, but opens the door to so much more. show less