The Circus Ship
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In this fictionalized account of an historical event, told through rhyming text, a circus ship runs aground off the coast of Maine. After swimming through the freezing waters, the animals finally make it safely onto a small island. Waking up to find circus animals walking, bathing, and “hanging” around, the townspeople are not happy, but they ultimately grow fond of their new neighbors. Together, they work to outwit the greedy circus owner when he returns to claim the animals, illustrating the strong bonds of community.