The Magic Word

Kylie is very clever and gets her friends to play her favorite game, The Magic Word. The fitness skills included in this game are necessary for kindergarten readiness. These skills include balance, flexibility, endurance, and strength activities. Children will also learn to listen carefully to directions in this fun and exciting book.

"The Magic Word' is a very sweet book that is fun for kids. It also teaches parents the sorts of activities they can do with their kids that benefit mental and physical health. This book will make a difference for all parents, early childhood teachers, and primary teachers who are looking to get children up and moving. The exercises in this book will help get your children prepared by improving the motor skills needed in school. Children will practice their flexibility, strength, endurance, and balance through this exciting game. They also will have to listen closely so not to be tricked by Kylie!

Colleen Guanciale is a retired health and physical education teacher. Colleen has 34 years of experience teaching preschool through grade 8 health and physical education. She holds a B.S. degree in Health and Physical Education in grades K-12. She also hold a specialty certificate in children's fitness. Colleen also was the facilitator in assessing Kindergarten readiness in motor skills for 34 years.

She has been married to her husband Chris for 34 years, has 2 grown children, and 3 grandchildren. She enjoys reading, yoga, golf, boxing, and walking her dog in her free time.