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BRAND Science2Life Wizard Training Edition
THEME Magic, Engineering, Physics, STEM Learning, Performance Skills, Wizard Training, Creative Play
AGE 6+
LENGTH 50 cm
COLOUR Black and Silver
MATERIAL Memory Plastic

Used by award-winning Scientific Sue in her  Science of Hogwarts: Magical Forces & Enchanting Experiments show, this amazing Pop-Up Wand Trick lets young witches, wizards and magicians make a full-sized wand appear from nowhere!

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]]> Magic Pop-Up Wand Trick – Accio Wizard Wand

These magically appearing wands allow for a very easy to perform magic trick. Just roll the foil wand up and the simply hide the rolled-up wand in your hand, wave your hands mysteriously and shout:

✨ “ACCIO!” ✨

As your hand moves upwards, release the wand and watch as it instantly springs open into a full-sized magic wand.

The only tricky part is catching it… stylishly!

Perfect for aspiring magicians, Hogwarts fans and anyone who loves performing amazing magic tricks.

What’s Included?

⭐ 2 x Magic Pop-Up Wands

⭐ Access to the School of Hogwarts Wizard Training Guide

Click on the link below or scan the QR code to view the training page:

QR code linking to the Accio Magically Appearing Wand training poster with step-by-step instructions and performance tips.

🪄 Scan here to begin your wizard training!

Close-up photograph of a magically appearing wand showing the silver metal tube and removable end cap that holds the spring-loaded mechanism inside.

Magic and engineering work together! The wand stores elastic potential energy while rolled up and releases it when thrown into the air.

Accio! The Magically Appearing Wand

How Does The Magic Work?

The secret lies in a special type of engineering called shape memory.

The wand is made from a strong plastic film that has been trained to remember its wand shape.

When rolled up, energy is stored inside the plastic.

The moment the wand is released, it rapidly springs back to its original shape, creating the illusion that a wand has appeared out of thin air.

It isn’t magic…

It’s brilliant engineering disguised as magic!

✨ For best results, remove the band and store your wand fully extended when not in use. 🪄

Wizard Training Tips

🪄 Keep the wand hidden in your palm.

🪄 Wave both hands naturally.

🪄 Look where you want the wand to appear.

🪄 Say “ACCIO!” with confidence.

🪄 Practise catching the wand before performing for friends.

Scientific Sue Says…

“Every great wizard needs a wand. Every great scientist needs curiosity. This magical-looking trick combines both!”

Troubleshooting

My wand doesn’t spring open properly.

If your wand has been stored rolled up for a long time, it may develop a slight twist or gap when opened.

An adult can usually restore the wand by rolling it tightly into its closed shape, securing it with small elastic bands, and gently warming it with a hairdryer while moving the heat continuously along its length. Allow it to cool completely before removing the bands.

Important: Use only gentle heat. Do not use a heat gun, naked flame, or boiling water.

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