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Sesame Street Magical Halloween Adventure is a beloved children's book that follows the characters from the popular television show as they embark on a whimsical and spooktacular adventure. Written by Liza Alexander and illustrated by Tom Cooke, this book is perfect for young readers who love Halloween and the lovable Sesame Street characters. The story begins on Halloween night when Elmo, Big Bird, and their friends receive mysterious invitations to attend a magical Halloween party at Count von Count's castle. Excited and curious, the gang sets off on their journey, encountering various obstacles and spooky surprises along the way. As the characters venture through the streets of Sesame Street, they come across a haunted house, a pumpkin patch, and even encounter a friendly ghost. Each page is filled with colorful illustrations, capturing the excitement and wonder of Halloween night.

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This was soon after the end of the American Civil War so there were lots of people grieving for lost loved ones and looking for a way to connect with them on the other side. Her most vocal advocate was none other than Sherlock Holmes creator Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who believed so thoroughly in Margery s powers that he urged her to enter a controversial contest, sponsored by Scientific American and offering a large cash prize to the first medium declared authentic by its impressive five-man investigative committee.

Each page is filled with colorful illustrations, capturing the excitement and wonder of Halloween night. The story is engaging and easy to follow, making it a perfect read-aloud for parents and educators. Throughout the adventure, the book also incorporates important lessons about friendship, bravery, and problem-solving.

The witch of lime srreet

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I recently finished reading David Jaher’s fascinating non-fiction book, The White of Lime Street: Séance, Seduction, and Houdini in the Spirit World. I adored it.

Spiritualism first arrived in America in the mid-1800s with the Fox sisters, mediums who used the cracking of their ankles to fake their way to ghost communication fame. This was soon after the end of the American Civil War so there were lots of people grieving for lost loved ones and looking for a way to connect with them on the other side.

Spiritualism gained a huge following for the rest of the 19th century and then became popular again after World War I when—once again—friends and relatives of dead soldiers sought séances and mediums in order to have some closure.

Harry Houdini, who made his living from daring stunts and trickery, and a handful of men were tasked with seeking out mediums who could potentially have real abilities. They interviewed many spiritualists, some more impressive than others, but they all agreed that Mina “Margery” Crandon either had real abilities or was especially good at tricks. Houdini was more of the mind that, and excuse my language, you can’t bullshit a bullshitter.

This book covers their search, much of the recorded experiments with Crandon at her home on Lime Street in New York, and the aftermath of their research. In addition, it goes into previous spiritualists who rose to fame, including Sherlock Holmes creator Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, a friend of Houdini’s until they had a falling out because of their disagreements on the religion. The Witch of Lime Street is an entertaining dip into 1920s American culture that doesn’t include gin or jazz. If you’re into the more scientific look at how spiritualists faked their tricks, or just want to know what the heck was up with ectoplasm, this is a must-read.

I expect it will make a fantastic film as well!

• David Jaher’s website
• The Witch of Lime Street on Amazon
• Houdini Museum of New York

If you want more spiritualism and séance goodness, check out my historical fiction novel, The Spirited Mrs. Pringle now available on paperback and at all major ebook retailers. (Audiobook coming soon.)

Jillianne Hamilton is a history enthusiast and the author of The Spirited Mrs. Pringle (historical fiction), The Hobby Shop on Barnaby Street (historical romance), and The Lazy Historian’s Guide to the Wives of Henry VIII (non-fiction). Jill launched The Lazy Historian in 2015. She lives in Charlottetown on Canada’s beautiful east coast. Learn more.

“A colorful, fascinating depiction of a response to a time of great losses and the human need to reconnect, however dubiously, with departed loved ones.”
—Booklist

The Sesame Street characters work together to overcome challenges, demonstrating the value of teamwork and supporting one another. As they reach Count von Count's castle, the gang realizes that the magical Halloween party is not quite what they expected. Instead of being scared, they discover that the party is filled with silly and playful surprises. From dancing broomsticks to singing pumpkins, the party is a joyful celebration of Halloween. Sesame Street Magical Halloween Adventure not only captures the spirit of Halloween but also promotes positive values and lessons that children can carry with them. The book is an enchanting and delightful read for young readers, encouraging imagination and celebrating the magic of the holiday. Overall, Sesame Street Magical Halloween Adventure is a charming and captivating book that will entertain and inspire children. With its lovable characters, engaging storyline, and vibrant illustrations, it is sure to become a favorite Halloween read for little ones around the world..

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