Read Out Loud: "The CIrcus Thief" by Alane Adams
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Browse Full-length Non-member Titles![Book cover shows an illustration of a boy standing in front of a red and white circus tent, where a white horse is posing. The boy holds an armful of colorful balls. Text reads, "The Circus Thief. Written by Alane Adams, illustrated by Lauren Gallegos."](https://org-dcmp-staticassets.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/posterimages/17029_1.jpg)
The circus is in town, and Georgie has his heart set on going. When Papa agrees to take him and his friend Harley, the boys marvel at the amazing elephants and clowns. But the best act of all is the amazing Roxie, a trained horse who can do all sorts of tricks. Georgie gets invited to take a ride on Roxie, but Roxie bolts with Georgie on her back. Papa must come to his rescue. Part of the "Read Out Loud" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 10 minutes 20 seconds
- Topic: Arts, Literature
- Subtopic: Animal Stories, Children's Literature, Storytelling
- Grade/Interest Level: Ps - 4
- Standards:
- Release Year: 2019
- Producer/Distributor: KidLit TV
- Series: Read Out Loud
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