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Included in CBC's October Hot Off the Press reading list!"A magical circus becomes a vehicle for a thoughtful message of conservation in this dreamy picture book. In a village 'with too many worries and too few trees,' feathers float down from the sky—invitations to the legendary Flying Circus. As the audience gathers, they are treated to a show of sprouting forests, crashing waves, breaching whales, and juggling bears before being sent on their way with two souvenirs: a seed and a reminder to protect all the wonders Earth has to offer." - ForewordOn an ordinary day in a sleepy village, the most extraordinary invitations fall from the sky. The flying circus is coming! There’s an invitation for everyone, even the little ones. When the people gather at the appointed time, a flying circus tent descends, and the spectacle begins. Join the villagers as they experience a magical show filled with laughter, awe, and a lesson they’ll never forget.
In this enchanting picture book, children are treated to a mesmerizing tale where poetic language weaves a mystic and beautiful circus experience. Through various acts performed by the circus, the villagers find themselves deeply connected to nature and its inhabitants. Each performance serves as a reminder of the beauty, wonder, and fragility of life on Earth.
Recipient of the prestigious Silver Medal at the
2022 Key Colors Competition Worldwide,
The Flying Circusinspires young minds to cherish and protect the wonders of the natural world.
An enchanting picture book with an essential message from nature. For children ages 7 years and up.
About the author
Born in 1964 in Caluso, Piedmont (Italy) where
Patricia Levi lives and works. After graduating from the Vittorio Veneto Art School in Turin, she specialized in fabric design at the Marangoni Clothing Institute in Milan. A two-year experience in an architecture studio and then dedicating himself to the design of fabrics for Guarmosa Print and Cica Ross which later became V.A.G.T. (women's knitwear sector) also creating designs for: Krizia men (U.S.A. collection), Christian La Croix (Paris), Piero Panchetti, Gruppo Finanziario Tessile, Magic, Clorinda, and others, as well as participating in "Pitti Immagine".
Summary
In this enchanting, and beautifully illustrated picture book, children aged 7 years and up are treated to a mesmerizing tale where poetic language weaves a mystic and beautiful circus experience.The Flying Circus transports readers to a sleepy village on an ordinary day, where extraordinary invitations fall from the sky. The news is astounding: THE FLYING CIRCUS is coming! There’s an invitation for everyone, even for the little ones. As the villagers gather at the agreed time, a magical sight unfolds before their eyes—a flying circus tent descends upon the field. And so, the inhabitants of the village attend the most magical show of their entire lives . . .
In this enchanting picture book, children ages 7 years and up are treated to a mesmerizing tale where poetic language weaves a mystic and beautiful circus experience. Through various acts performed by the circus, the villagers find themselves deeply connected to nature and its inhabitants. Each performance serves as a reminder of the beauty, wonder, and fragility of life on Earth.
As the circus bids farewell, it leaves behind a small acorn, symbolizing the message of love for nature and the importance of caring for our planet's delicate ecosystems. Recipient of the prestigious Silver Medal at the 2022 Key Colors Competition Worldwide, The Flying Circus states a strong conservation message to all readers.
With its beautiful illustrations and lyrical prose, this captivating tale invites readers to immerse themselves in a magical world where nature takes center stage. The Flying Circus inspires young minds to cherish and protect the wonders of the natural world, leaving a lasting impression long after the final page is turned.
Foreword
- National Publicity campaign
- IndieBound/Advance Access copies available for indie booksellers
- NetGalley featured title
- Edelweiss DRC
- Newsletter feature
- Social media campaign across all platforms
- Heavy industry specific advertising campaigns
- Promotions at ALA Annual
- Submission to relevant awards
- Lexile Levelling, Guided Reading Levels provided
- Email campaign
