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How to Trap a Zombie, Track a Vampire, and Other Hands-On Activities for Monster Hunters: A Young Wizards Handbook
The Dangerous Book for Boys with a fantasy twist!
Ever wonder how
Improvise a wand?
Capture a werewolf?
Make a monster-catching net?
Why wait to be accepted into wizardry school to learn the answers? Packed with easy projects using everyday materials, this fact-filled activity book shows wannabe wizards how to craft unique creations such as their own wizard robes, play games such as vampire tag, master adventuring skills like mapping a monster-filled dungeon, and follow step-by-step instructions on how to "survive" almost any monster attack.
The fantastical fun never ends in this book that will inspire hours of imaginative play!
Ever wonder how
Improvise a wand?
Capture a werewolf?
Make a monster-catching net?
Why wait to be accepted into wizardry school to learn the answers? Packed with easy projects using everyday materials, this fact-filled activity book shows wannabe wizards how to craft unique creations such as their own wizard robes, play games such as vampire tag, master adventuring skills like mapping a monster-filled dungeon, and follow step-by-step instructions on how to "survive" almost any monster attack.
The fantastical fun never ends in this book that will inspire hours of imaginative play!
- GenresFantasy
80 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2010
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October 16, 2010This book covers almost everything a young monster-hunting wizard might need to know before going out on a weekend of adventure. It tells what supplies the young wizard will need and gives detailed instructions on how to make things like staffs, wands, potions, clothing and backpacks. Helpful camping tips are also provided for when the young wizard finds himself in the outdoors or in a dungeon. Not only are tips provided, but also detailed instructions are given as to how to create a lamp, put together a campsite, finding food, avoiding traps and navigating. Finally, there is a detailed list of monsters to hunt and tips on how to hunt them along with entertaining a monster or even recruiting one into the young adventurer’s party.
A.R. Rotruck has done an excellent job of putting together one of the most entertaining instructional books I have yet seen. I could imagine this book being the first one a Hogwarts student would get upon enrolling in the wizard’s school. For the parents who love Dungeons and Dragons but have a child too young to play the game, this book would be an excellent one to read to a child to spark their imagination and start them thinking about ‘what if?’ Each activity is carefully illustrated and easy to follow. Not only are the activities illustrated, but the book is packed with original illustrations and images pulled from the later editions of the Dungeons and Dragons rule books. This wizard’s instructional guide would be perfect for the young girl or boy who dreams of monsters and magic and any parent who is looking for fun projects to do with their child.
Review by Bret Jordan
A.R. Rotruck has done an excellent job of putting together one of the most entertaining instructional books I have yet seen. I could imagine this book being the first one a Hogwarts student would get upon enrolling in the wizard’s school. For the parents who love Dungeons and Dragons but have a child too young to play the game, this book would be an excellent one to read to a child to spark their imagination and start them thinking about ‘what if?’ Each activity is carefully illustrated and easy to follow. Not only are the activities illustrated, but the book is packed with original illustrations and images pulled from the later editions of the Dungeons and Dragons rule books. This wizard’s instructional guide would be perfect for the young girl or boy who dreams of monsters and magic and any parent who is looking for fun projects to do with their child.
Review by Bret Jordan
November 13, 2015
Young Wizards Handbook: How to Trap a Zombie, Track a Vampire, and Other Hands-On Activities for Monster Hunters is book that is chocked full of handy information for an aspiring young wizard monster hunter. The book is beautifully illustrated and all of the activities are very easy to follow. The step-by-step instructions provide a fool-proof way for young readers to learn new skills and make some really cool monster hunter items. Yes, you can make your own monster-hunting gear with the directions in this book.
A.R. Rotruck has done a wonderful job of writing this informational book. All of the artists involved have created beautiful images of not only wizards and monsters, but the items needed to hunt these monsters. The book is set up like a school text book and some of the students that have had this book assigned to them are some of the greatest wizards in the world of DragonLance. Some of the wizards who have used this book are Zendric, Raistlin Majere, R.D. Henham, and Bob the Elf.
Overall, Young Wizards Handbook: How to Trap a Zombie, Track a Vampire, and Other Hands-On Activities for Monster Hunters is a great book that any young aspiring wizard should use to become a monster hunter. You will also learn how to make all the items you will need to become a monster hunter in the world of Dungeons and Dragons. So, if you are looking to become the world's greatest wizard monster hunter, you need to pick up a copy of this book. The monsters won't stand a chance when they see you coming.
I rated this book an 8 out of 10.
A.R. Rotruck has done a wonderful job of writing this informational book. All of the artists involved have created beautiful images of not only wizards and monsters, but the items needed to hunt these monsters. The book is set up like a school text book and some of the students that have had this book assigned to them are some of the greatest wizards in the world of DragonLance. Some of the wizards who have used this book are Zendric, Raistlin Majere, R.D. Henham, and Bob the Elf.
Overall, Young Wizards Handbook: How to Trap a Zombie, Track a Vampire, and Other Hands-On Activities for Monster Hunters is a great book that any young aspiring wizard should use to become a monster hunter. You will also learn how to make all the items you will need to become a monster hunter in the world of Dungeons and Dragons. So, if you are looking to become the world's greatest wizard monster hunter, you need to pick up a copy of this book. The monsters won't stand a chance when they see you coming.
I rated this book an 8 out of 10.
October 30, 2010
How to Trap a Zombie is a book that teachers and librarians who work with tweens will want to have. The crafts and activities included can easily be adapted into a program.
The way to book is written, it reads as though it's a guide for young wizards who are wanting to hunt monsters. There is advice about monster hunting trips ranging from making traps to camping. I can see where tweens would have fun using this book and turning an every day adventure outside into a monster hunt. The crafts are all pretty simple and include step by step directions. I would have liked the crafts to be a little more creative though-they were good, but a lot of them I'd seen in other craft books, so I would have liked some new ideas.
The book is from Wizards of the Coast, who are the publishers of the Dungeons and Dragons books and while there are some references to the Dungeons and Dragons series, the book can stand alone.
A fun read for adventerous tweens, especially if you have tweens who enjoy the outdoors!
Book Pairings: If your tween likes this book, give them the Practical Guide books also from Wizards of the Coast-they'll give more depth into the creatures explored in How to Trap a Zombie.
The way to book is written, it reads as though it's a guide for young wizards who are wanting to hunt monsters. There is advice about monster hunting trips ranging from making traps to camping. I can see where tweens would have fun using this book and turning an every day adventure outside into a monster hunt. The crafts are all pretty simple and include step by step directions. I would have liked the crafts to be a little more creative though-they were good, but a lot of them I'd seen in other craft books, so I would have liked some new ideas.
The book is from Wizards of the Coast, who are the publishers of the Dungeons and Dragons books and while there are some references to the Dungeons and Dragons series, the book can stand alone.
A fun read for adventerous tweens, especially if you have tweens who enjoy the outdoors!
Book Pairings: If your tween likes this book, give them the Practical Guide books also from Wizards of the Coast-they'll give more depth into the creatures explored in How to Trap a Zombie.
November 28, 2010
This is the only book of the Dungeons & Dragons tie-ins (that I've read, at least) that has any relevance for non D&D fans. There are plenty of activities here that would be fun for most kids who like to make things, play imaginative games, or spend time out of doors. The author includes recipes for oobleck, silly putty, sun-brewed tea, and homemade fruit roll-ups--all under the guise of wizarding preparation, of course. It's not terribly difficult to ignore that part and simply enjoy the creative uses of household materials. Make a knapsack from an old pair of jeans, build a scroll case from a paper towel tube, learn to draw semi-accurate maps, weave a fishing net, make a yarn doll, or design a reflective shield with aluminum foil; all of these crafts are included with easy-to-follow directions. Not a bad resource!
February 3, 2010
My children loved using this book. We entered the fantasy world by doing crafts and cooking. They especially enjoyed their magical wands. The both still have them and tell each other that they will turn the other into creepy crawlers. I recommend this book for any parent that wants their children to use their imaginations.
Thanks A.R. Rotruck for giving me the opportunity to have some wonderful interactions with my children.
Thanks A.R. Rotruck for giving me the opportunity to have some wonderful interactions with my children.
August 3, 2011
Some great birthday party activities in this book! My 7 year old liked the "Zombie Infiltration" game which is sort of like "red light/green light". Definitely check this out if you need help for ideas on theme activities for a group, related to all sorts of monster themes. Perfect for halloween parties too. My husband says it reminds him of the groups who spend a weekend retreat on a Dungeons and Dragons theme.
December 20, 2015
this thing is like the legendary talking book that tells you magic that you always wanted!
Invisible Ink
1) Using lemon juice and a fine paintbrush, write your message on paper.
2) Sprinkle salt on the juice while it's still wet.
3) Let dry. (Overnight is best)
4) Once dry, wipe the salt off.
5) The person who receives the message may read it in two ways: by rubbing a wax crayon on the paper or by holding it up to a hot light source.
Invisible Ink
1) Using lemon juice and a fine paintbrush, write your message on paper.
2) Sprinkle salt on the juice while it's still wet.
3) Let dry. (Overnight is best)
4) Once dry, wipe the salt off.
5) The person who receives the message may read it in two ways: by rubbing a wax crayon on the paper or by holding it up to a hot light source.
June 9, 2011
Fun and witty - I enjoyed it as an adult reader, and I know I would have loved it as a child.
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