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A Twist of Magic
Join Anna and Bear on this magical adventure to South America to experience the unique joy and surprise found only in travel.
Explore the World
With a Twist of Magic, Anna's world changes as she embarks on a journey to discover a world beyond her imagination. Will Anna and her sidekick, Bear, accept the kindness of a new friend and have the courage to discover where this adventure may lead?
Perfect for read-aloud by loving parents, grandparents, and educators or for early readers expanding their vocabulary, this beautifully illustrated story is perfect for young toddlers through middle elementary age children.
With a magical journey to Ecuador, this book gives the gift of travel inviting readers to bravely discover the beauty of a new place. Richer and more colorful than ever, this stunningly-illustrated adventure will inspire appreciation for our world's cultural diversity, an inclusive spirit, and a hunger to explore the world.
Bonus Highlights from this Story's Featured Destination
Explore the World
With a Twist of Magic, Anna's world changes as she embarks on a journey to discover a world beyond her imagination. Will Anna and her sidekick, Bear, accept the kindness of a new friend and have the courage to discover where this adventure may lead?
Perfect for read-aloud by loving parents, grandparents, and educators or for early readers expanding their vocabulary, this beautifully illustrated story is perfect for young toddlers through middle elementary age children.
With a magical journey to Ecuador, this book gives the gift of travel inviting readers to bravely discover the beauty of a new place. Richer and more colorful than ever, this stunningly-illustrated adventure will inspire appreciation for our world's cultural diversity, an inclusive spirit, and a hunger to explore the world.
Bonus Highlights from this Story's Featured Destination
32 pages, Hardcover
Published September 13, 2021
About the author
Allison Ward
1 book1 followerAllison Ward is a children's author of the World Explorers series including recent release, A Twist of Magic, as well as other adventure stories for young kids. From her time spent flying helicopters to international diplomacy, Allison brings a wealth of rich experiences and perspectives to her readers. Through books, she shares inspiring stories of exploration that teach children to be brave, try new things, and treat everyone with respect.
While she loved to explore all stretches of her imagination through writing, playing, and acting as a child, Allison still finds ways to keep her curiosity and the joy of discovery alive as an adult. She is a life-long learner and an advocate for well-rounded education through everything from books to travel. Allison incorporates world knowledge, adventure, and a touch of magic into each story to inspire readers to keep exploring.
When she's not trying street foods in Southeast Asia or hunting for treasures in the markets of the Middle East, she lives in South Carolina and is usually working on a new project or planning her next family adventure.
While she loved to explore all stretches of her imagination through writing, playing, and acting as a child, Allison still finds ways to keep her curiosity and the joy of discovery alive as an adult. She is a life-long learner and an advocate for well-rounded education through everything from books to travel. Allison incorporates world knowledge, adventure, and a touch of magic into each story to inspire readers to keep exploring.
When she's not trying street foods in Southeast Asia or hunting for treasures in the markets of the Middle East, she lives in South Carolina and is usually working on a new project or planning her next family adventure.
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August 17, 2021
Beautiful story! Great Illustrations!
A Twist of Magic is a beautiful story about a girl, her stuffed bear, and their adventure in a new culture. Not only does the reader get to see the beauty of Ecuador in the illustrations, we have an opportunity to experience pieces of Ecuadorian culture through recipes and language provided at the end of the book. This is exactly the kind of story I tried to provide to my kids when they were young and curious to get them excited about travel, other cultures, and taking care of the natural beauty that surrounds us. I look forward to more books in this series!
A Twist of Magic is a beautiful story about a girl, her stuffed bear, and their adventure in a new culture. Not only does the reader get to see the beauty of Ecuador in the illustrations, we have an opportunity to experience pieces of Ecuadorian culture through recipes and language provided at the end of the book. This is exactly the kind of story I tried to provide to my kids when they were young and curious to get them excited about travel, other cultures, and taking care of the natural beauty that surrounds us. I look forward to more books in this series!
August 18, 2021
What a magical story
This was a great story one I can see myself reading to my grandkids. I loved that interduces other languages and cultures.
It allows you to become part of story and see things and places you may get to.
The fun facts and recipes was such a great touch.
The author did a great job in writing this short story. I can't wait to see where Anna and Bear visits next.
This was a great story one I can see myself reading to my grandkids. I loved that interduces other languages and cultures.
It allows you to become part of story and see things and places you may get to.
The fun facts and recipes was such a great touch.
The author did a great job in writing this short story. I can't wait to see where Anna and Bear visits next.
September 3, 2021
Such a great book for kids; Anna gets to explore a new country and learn about different cultures. This book gave me goosebumps -- a perfect combination of magic, wholesome, and educational. I love the added touch with the country fun facts and recipe cards in the end. The illustrations are beautifully done - vivid, detailed, and magnificently captures the magic of the book.
August 17, 2021
A nice peek into Ecuador
This book is a short children's story with beautiful illustrations. It gives a brief glimpse into Ecuador. It also provides an information page about the country, and two recipes. This is ideal for a young audience to give a peek into another culture.
This book is a short children's story with beautiful illustrations. It gives a brief glimpse into Ecuador. It also provides an information page about the country, and two recipes. This is ideal for a young audience to give a peek into another culture.
August 20, 2021
This Story Truly is Magic!
I wish I was Anna! She’s living the dream I had many times as a child. Finally, someone captured my childhood dreams in a story.
Thoughts of being magically whisked away is surely a fantasy of every child. Who hasn’t played a game of “I’ll go where my finger lands” when they’re given a globe or map to explore?
This beautiful story brings that fantasy alive as it takes us on an adventure to Ecuador. Here we learn about language, food, historic sites, culture and people.
The end of the book provides lessons about the country, fun facts, language and local recipes.
The illustrations are vibrant and exquisitely capture the essence of Ecuador.
This is book will awaken and drive the cultural curiosity in readers. The imagery is in this story will surely inspire readers to explore the wonderful world outside their doors.
I am hoping to see more books of this type from Allison Ward. Let’s keep exploring our incredible globe. This story was really well done - 5 stars!
I wish I was Anna! She’s living the dream I had many times as a child. Finally, someone captured my childhood dreams in a story.
Thoughts of being magically whisked away is surely a fantasy of every child. Who hasn’t played a game of “I’ll go where my finger lands” when they’re given a globe or map to explore?
This beautiful story brings that fantasy alive as it takes us on an adventure to Ecuador. Here we learn about language, food, historic sites, culture and people.
The end of the book provides lessons about the country, fun facts, language and local recipes.
The illustrations are vibrant and exquisitely capture the essence of Ecuador.
This is book will awaken and drive the cultural curiosity in readers. The imagery is in this story will surely inspire readers to explore the wonderful world outside their doors.
I am hoping to see more books of this type from Allison Ward. Let’s keep exploring our incredible globe. This story was really well done - 5 stars!
August 17, 2021
What a fun way to introduce travel to your kids!
I loved this magical little book - what a fun way to introduce travel to your kids and help them open their minds to new cultures. I can’t wait to see which country is next! Love the receipts and language notes at the end!
I loved this magical little book - what a fun way to introduce travel to your kids and help them open their minds to new cultures. I can’t wait to see which country is next! Love the receipts and language notes at the end!
August 18, 2021
What a wonderful children's book about the beauty of travel and learning about new cultures! I found myself being transported to Ecuador and wanting to learn even more about the country. I'm excited to see what other books and adventures this author writes about!
August 17, 2021
A beautifully illustrated adventure in Ecuador, including some Ecuadorian recipes and a few Spanish words. Lovely for sparking an interest in travel.
August 17, 2021
Cute educational children’s story
This is a lovely short story to teach children about other countries and different cultures as well as different languages and food.
This is a lovely short story to teach children about other countries and different cultures as well as different languages and food.
November 16, 2021
Very informative and beautiful
This book is so adorable! I love the brilliant illustrations and the information about Ecuador. I really like this book.
This book is so adorable! I love the brilliant illustrations and the information about Ecuador. I really like this book.
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