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Circus Train Hardcover – March 24, 2015

4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 125 ratings

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As the circus train rolls into town, excited children and their parents get in line for their chance to experience the Big Top. Clowns paint faces and people scurry to their seats. Then the show begins, wrapping readers in all the wonders of the circus. Dancing elephants, flipping trapeze artists, and pie-throwing clowns captivate both young and old. Jennifer Cole Judd’s text is a treat for the ears with its simple, evocative rhymes, while Melanie Matthews’s delightful illustrations capture the fun and spectacle of the circus. Readers will be cheering, Encore! Encore!

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PreS-Gr 1—This brightly illustrated book depicts a circus traveling by train, its arrival, set up, and highlights of the Big Top ("Tigers, horses/weave through courses./Vendors handy—'Cotton candy!'"). When the show is over, the crew helps in the breakdown and everyone hops back on the train, heading to the next town. One sticking point: the text states that the train spills over the hills when arriving and departing, but the image only portrays it chugging up and down the tracks. VERDICT A charming addition to picture book collections.—Melisa Bailey, Harford County Library System, MD

About the Author

Jennifer Cole Judd has dreamed of joining the circus, but for now she’s content with writing children’s poetry and books and perfecting her juggling act with her children and little dog. Her poems and stories have appeared in several children’s magazines. She coedited and contributed to An Eyeball in My Garden, a spooky middle-grade poetry anthology featuring fourteen children’s poets. Circus Train is her first picture book. Jennifer currently resides in Texas. Learn more: www.jennifercolejudd.com.

Melanie Matthews is an illustrator, designer, and bear enthusiast living in Melbourne, Australia. She studied fine art and then illustration at the Chisholm Institute. She has created illustrations for advertising, video games, jigsaw puzzles, T-shirts, books, magazines, websites, and more. When she’s not drawing, Melanie can be found reading, cooking, swimming, or napping. Learn more: www.meldraws.com.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Two Lions (March 24, 2015)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 24 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1477826343
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1477826348
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 2 - 6 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD300L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 2
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.3 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 1 x 9 inches
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Jennifer Cole Judd is a children's poet and picture book author whose poems and stories have been featured in several children's magazines. Her debut picture book, CIRCUS TRAIN, is scheduled for publication by Two Lions Publishing in March 2015. She also coedited and contributed to AN EYEBALL IN MY GARDEN, a spooky middle-grade poetry anthology featuring fourteen children’s poets. She has dreamed of joining the circus, but for now she’s content with writing children’s poetry and books and perfecting her juggling act with her children and little dog. Jennifer currently resides in Texas. Learn more: www.jennifercolejudd.com.

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Customers find the rhyming story engaging for young readers. The illustrations are vibrant and fun, adding to the story. Many customers consider the book kid-friendly, keeping young kids engaged and having craft ideas.

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9 customers mention "Rhyme quality"9 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the rhyme and rhythm of the book. They find it a cute story with fun and vibrant pictures. The narrative is exciting and reminds them of classic tales from long ago.

"...It is a cute story with fun and vibrant pictures. Just what I was looking for!" Read more

"My five year old is starting to read and loves the rhythm and rhyme of this book- we often catch her reciting the words from memory..." Read more

"Nice simple story with good illustrations. Might be good for bedtime as it isn't too exciting. Best for very young children." Read more

"...Judd’s exciting narrative combined with Matthew’s illustrations make for a fun read for all." Read more

7 customers mention "Illustrations"7 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the illustrations in the book. They find the pictures vibrant and fun, adding to the story.

"...It is a cute story with fun and vibrant pictures. Just what I was looking for!" Read more

"...mentioned to help keep a circus working as well as the fun, colorful illustrations...." Read more

"Nice simple story with good illustrations. Might be good for bedtime as it isn't too exciting. Best for very young children." Read more

"Love the book! I especially like the rhyming and the pictures just add to the great story." Read more

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Customers enjoy the book's fun and colorful illustrations.

"...It is a cute story with fun and vibrant pictures. Just what I was looking for!" Read more

"...the many jobs mentioned to help keep a circus working as well as the fun, colorful illustrations...." Read more

"...are fun to read out loud, keep young kids engaged, and have fun craft potential...." Read more

"Very cute and fun book! 💜..." Read more

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Customers enjoy the book's rhymes and find it suitable for young readers. They say it's fun to read out loud, keeps kids engaged, and has craft potential.

"...on the lookout for books that are fun to read out loud, keep young kids engaged, and have fun craft potential...." Read more

"...Might be good for bedtime as it isn't too exciting. Best for very young children." Read more

"My youngest read this again and again until she had it down. Very kid friendly, spot on rhyme and great for little readers." Read more

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Mine arrived in 2 days of ordering and in great condition. Wonderful colorful pictures that take up most of the page. And a cute shot story/rhyme. Not a lot of words per page. Perfect for getting kids excited about going to a circus for the 1st time.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2023
    I bought this as a gift for my niece and I was so happy with the product. It is a cute story with fun and vibrant pictures. Just what I was looking for!
  • Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2017
    My five year old is starting to read and loves the rhythm and rhyme of this book- we often catch her reciting the words from memory (like a catchy song) long after we finish reading. My three year old loves the many jobs mentioned to help keep a circus working as well as the fun, colorful illustrations. Even my one year old likes this book because it often gives her something to do (ie: “Applause! Applause!”). And I love this book because it’s one I can read on repeat without getting annoyed! We’ve given copies of this book to friends for birthday and Christmas- It’s a great find.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2020
    As a children's librarian I am always on the lookout for books that are fun to read out loud, keep young kids engaged, and have fun craft potential. This book checks all those boxes, not to mention it has become my daughters favorite! We read it every night before bed.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2019
    Nice simple story with good illustrations. Might be good for bedtime as it isn't too exciting. Best for very young children.
  • Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2017
    A softer look at the circus with vibrant colors and exciting rhyme.

    The colors and illustrations alone will keep a child entranced and the rhyme make the book even more fun to read aloud.

    Written by Jennifer Cole Judd , illustrated by Melanie Matthews and published by Two Lion Books.

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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2018
    My son loved the book so much that we bought extra copies to give as gifts. Judd’s exciting narrative combined with Matthew’s illustrations make for a fun read for all.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2019
    Brand new! This is a book from my youth. It is an innocent book without any undertones.
  • Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2018
    At two and a half years of age granddaughter mostly interested in pictures in books. This is a nice book and will be a great book later on....
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  • Goose
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
    Reviewed in Canada on January 3, 2023
    My 4 year old granddaughter loved the book!
  • Blue Gene
    5.0 out of 5 stars Children's circus story
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 23, 2019
    Book came quickly, new, nice little story about a circus. Will be using it at school.