About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking questions about who you were before you were a parent, or when they need a gentle reminder that adults have hidden talents and histories of their own. It is a beautiful bridge for connecting a child's world with a parent's past experiences. The story follows the beloved bear Ernest and his tiny mouse companion Celestine as they visit the circus. When Ernest reveals he was once a famous clown, the duo joins the performance. Through Vincent's delicate watercolors, the book explores themes of intergenerational friendship, the joy of rediscovering old passions, and the pride a child feels when seeing a guardian shine in a new light. It is a quiet, comforting choice for ages 4 to 8.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and safe. It touches on nostalgia and the passage of time, but the approach is hopeful and celebratory. There are no heavy or traumatic themes.
