

pub date: October 2013
Dial Books for Young Readers
Emma has never heard of carousel animals leaving notes before, but she decides to take this one seriously. And it’s a good thing she does. Soon, she and her polar bear friend are soaring to the Arctic, where carousel bears from near and far dance beneath a sparkling night sky. It’s a perfect adventure. Afterward, Emma can hardly believe it really happened. (But it did!)
For anyone who has ever imagined what it would be like to ride a carousel animal right off its platform, this enchanting story is your chance. Happy Travels!

REVIEWS
“A fantastic adventure.”
– The New York Times
“A gentle story of everyday magic.”
– Publishers Weekly
A Huffington Post Honorable Mention for Best Picture Book of 2013
ACTIVITIES
Coloring Sheet | Carousel Polar Bear Craft | New York City Children’s Theater Play Program