Send you kids on a movie set adventure! I liked this book, children will learn about the movie industry and learn a few vocabulary words in the process. I liked the part about blue screens and how computers are helping to create movies today.

This fascinating and fact-filled book is graced with the outstanding production we've come to expect from publisher Dorling Kindersley: Smooth, thick paper, thorough coverage, interesting sidebars, and rich color illustrations (and some photos). Set as a chapter book, "Movie Magic" describes a young girl's experience making a movie, from her audition to acting, makeup, wardrobe, set production, sound, lighting, special effects, and post-production. There are very informative explanations of the technical aspects of film making, especially those dealing with cinematography and special effect techniques. Though DK recommends the book for readers in the 2nd and 3rd grade, I think the content will extend to older children too. The book has 48 pages and includes a glossary of film terms. Very highly recommended!