Hocus and Pocus and the Spell for Home
Hocus and Pocus and the Spell for Home
Book 1 in Hocus and Pocus
- Subject
- Animals - Dogs
- Age
- 3-5 years
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 96
- Publisher
- Candlewick Press
- ISBN
- 9781536224924
From award-winning author A. R. Capetta comes a new first-chapter-book series delivering plenty of puppies, magic, and charm.
Puppies Hocus and Pocus are still waiting to be adopted from the Shelter for Slightly Magical Pets. Even though Hocus can see two minutes into the future and Pocus can turn bad feelings into bubbles (which he eats!), nobody seems to want them. This could be because the two keep causing mischief so they wonât be separated. When Jinx the witch uses a âspell for homeâ potion to help a color-changing tortoise find his match, the puppies know what to do: sneak both their hairs into the mixture to ensure they get adopted together. But with these two, anything can happenâfrom a shrinking spell to giant bees! Can the puppies, along with Jinx and her young apprenticesâwitch Archer (he/him), wizard Ofelia (she/her), and warlock Tam (they/them)âfix the magical mess? And will they finally find a home, maybe even right under their noses? This adorable new series takes readers to a vibrant world full of magic, community, surprises, and welcoming homes.
Puppies Hocus and Pocus are still waiting to be adopted from the Shelter for Slightly Magical Pets. Even though Hocus can see two minutes into the future and Pocus can turn bad feelings into bubbles (which he eats!), nobody seems to want them. This could be because the two keep causing mischief so they wonât be separated. When Jinx the witch uses a âspell for homeâ potion to help a color-changing tortoise find his match, the puppies know what to do: sneak both their hairs into the mixture to ensure they get adopted together. But with these two, anything can happenâfrom a shrinking spell to giant bees! Can the puppies, along with Jinx and her young apprenticesâwitch Archer (he/him), wizard Ofelia (she/her), and warlock Tam (they/them)âfix the magical mess? And will they finally find a home, maybe even right under their noses? This adorable new series takes readers to a vibrant world full of magic, community, surprises, and welcoming homes.
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What reviewers said
When ebullient, bohemian witch Jinx deposits a litter of stray puppies at the Shelter for Slightly Magical Pets, the establishmentâs manager predicts that offers for adoption will quickly follow because theyâre all âmore than slightly adorable.â But Hocus, who can see two minutes into the future, and Pocus, who can turn bad feelings into edible bubbles, have strong opinions about their fates. . . . The ensuing pages of this rambunctious chapter book by Capetta (The Heartbreak Bakery) see Hocus and Pocus embarking on an adventure thatâs both slapstick and heartfelt.
Stories featuring cute dogs or magic are always popular, and this book will be no exception. . . . The theme of acceptance and belonging is reinforced by the diversity of the apprentices in appearance and gender. . . A first chapter book that combines pets, potions, and a happy ending; perfect for readers who enjoy lighthearted mischief and canine cuddles.
This lively chapter book is engaging, with unexpected and entertaining developments. . . . The colorful, cartoonish illustrations add verve and unquestionable cuteness. . . . These magical, mischievous pooches prove irresistible.
Chua's eye-catching and aesthetically drawn illustrations enhance the storytelling. . . Kids who like stories about magical worlds where anything is possible will appreciate this eight chapter adventure filled with endearing moments and valuable lessons of friendship and belonging.
If your young reader loves the enchanting hijinks of The Princess in Black, introduce them to this illustrated chapter book about Hocus and Pocus. . . . My family read this story together in one sitting, laughing at the inevitable magical messes, enjoying the slew of colorful, joy-filled illustrations, and looking forward to the next book in the series.
Adorable. . . . This is so much fun, and I love the diverse range of pronouns used by characters.
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