Olivia Saves the Circus

Last updated Tuesday, July 2, 2002

Author: Ian Falconer
Illustrator: Ian Falconer
Date of Publication: 2001
ISBN: 068982954X
Grade Level: 1st Grade
Date(s) Used: Jul. 2002

Synopsis: Olivia remembers her trip to the circus very well. The performers were out sick, so she had to do everything. She rode on a unicycle, jumped on a trampoline, juggled five balls, tamed lions, and flew through the air. Step into the ring with Olivia, where the lights are dim, the color soft, and a little girl's imagination is the main attraction.

Craft ideas:

• Make a circus tent by taping a long thin stip of paper into a circle and then taping a cone of paper on top. Decorate with the adventures of Olivia, or with your adventures with Olivia.
• Draw what you did or will do this summer (or maybe what you wish that you did!)
• Make pig ears and a snout (accessorize!), and act out the story.