The Circus Ship
The Circus Ship by Chris Van Dusen is a delightful reprint published by Candlewick on February 24, 2015. This 40-page children’s fiction book features vibrant illustrations and engaging rhymes, telling the story of a circus ship that runs aground off the coast of Maine. The narrative follows the animals left behind as they navigate their new circumstances and ultimately win over the townspeople with their kindness and bravery.
Readers will find a charming tale that explores themes of survival and community, as the animals cleverly blend into the town and form bonds with the villagers. The story culminates in a clever plan to outsmart the greedy circus owner, showcasing the strength of human-animal relationships. With its engaging storytelling and stunning illustrations, this book offers an entertaining experience for readers of all ages, inviting them to enjoy the whimsical world created by Van Dusen.
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“The verse is sprightly, but the pictures are the true stunners.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
When a circus ship runs aground off the coast of Maine, the poor animals are left on their own, but they soon win over the wary townspeople with their kind, courageous ways. So well do the critters blend in that when the greedy circus owner returns to claim them, villagers of all species conspire to outsmart the bloated blowhard. With buoyant rhymes and brilliantly caricatured illustrations evoking the early nineteenth century, Chris Van Dusen presents a hugely entertaining tale about the bonds of community—and a hidden-pictures spread for eagle-eyed readers of all ages.
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