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Circus Mirandus
Last updated Sunday, March 3, 2019
Author: Cassie Beasley
Date of Publication:
ISBN: 0525428437
Grade Level: 5th (GLCs: Click here for grade level guidelines.)
Date(s) Used: Mar. 2019
Synopsis:
Even though his awful Great-Aunt Gertrudis doesn’t approve, Micah believes in the stories his dying Grandpa Ephraim tells him of the magical Circus Mirandus: the invisible tiger guarding the gates, the beautiful flying birdwoman, and the magician more powerful than any other—the Man Who Bends Light. Finally, Grandpa Ephraim offers proof. The Circus is real. And the Lightbender owes Ephraim a miracle. With his friend Jenny Mendoza in tow, Micah sets out to find the Circus and the man he believes will save his grandfather.
The only problem is, the Lightbender doesn't want to keep his promise. And now it's up to Micah to get the miracle he came for.
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Can start on chapter 4, if you like.
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| Discussion topics for before reading: |
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Do you believe in miracles?
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What is your favorite part of a circus?
Vocabulary
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Beckoned: make a gesture with the hand, arm or head to encourage someone to come near
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Ornate: made in an interesting shape or decorated with complex patterns.
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Foghorn: signal that uses sound to warn vehicles of hazards
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What miracle or wish would you ask for?
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What powers do you think the lightbender has?
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Why did he stop granting miracles?
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