Mac Barnett and 1 more

The Great Zapfino is a heartwarming and visually stunning picture book about a former circus performer who learns to face his fears and follow his heart.

When The Great Zapfino climbs to the top of the circus platform, all eyes are on him, waiting for his incredible leap.

But Zapfino is afraid of heights! He can’t take the pressure and flees, boards a plane, and runs away to start a new life as an elevator operator in a tall building.

When disaster strikes, can Zapfino find the strength to be great? This nearly wordless tale by Barnett and Frazee depicts the story of a former circus performer who decides to explore a safer form of employment, only to find himself in another life-or-death situation.

Readers will revel in Frazee's black-and-white drawings that transform the intense life-or-death story line to one of whimsy and hilarity.

Children will revel in their role of filling in the wordless pages with their own tale of what is happening in Zapfino's life.

Don't miss out on this charming tale that will have children of all ages spellbound!