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"The artifact is the initial key to engaging the imagination and desire to learn," says Dr. Grimes. "Magic is a rich source of powerful artifacts." Grimes draws a parallel between his experiences in Howard's Fun Shop with what he experienced when he went abroad for the first time. "When I landed at the
international airport in Guatemala, I was overwhelmed by the
colorful hand-weavings that seemed to be everywhere. I passed
shop after tiny shop and bought my first of more than 300 Mayan
textiles before
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