Wings and the Child; Or, The Building of Magic Cities

Imagine a child's room becoming a blueprint for a wondrous metropolis, where pebbles serve as bricks and a paper kite transforms into a soaring tower. This gentle guide shows how everyday toys, shells, and simple household items can be arranged into a “magic city” that nurtures imagination, play, and a sense of purpose.

The author writes as a friendly companion by the fire, offering practical ideas—like turning blocks into streets or strings into protective walls—while reflecting on the values such creative building can inspire. Chapters progress from choosing simple materials to giving each miniature structure a story, encouraging children to see beauty, honesty, and responsibility in every tiny courtyard. Illustrated vignettes bring the imagined city to life, showing glittering towers, pearl‑lined halls, and even a palace of cats, so listeners can picture themselves strolling down its charming streets.