“But I can’t do it.”

 

“You can if you try hard enough.  Just point it over there, give it a wave, and say Abracadabra.”

 

“Do I really have to say Abracadabra?  I thought it was just a word used by comedians.  Surely it isn’t a real magic word, is it?”

 

“You’re right, it’s not, but it helps you focus your mind on your wand.  That’s where the magic lies.  Now, think about what you want to happen, point the wand, give it a wave and say the word.”

 

“OK Professor Flitwick, here goes.”

 

“Don’t point it at me boy!  Be careful!”

 

“Oh no, Professor, what’s happening to you?”

 

“You silly young…ribbit, ribbit!”

 

“Oops, sorry Professor!”

 

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