Camp Big Top

Four kids overcome challenges and form a strong friendship while trying to save their circus camp from closing in this new coming-of-age story from Pura Belpré Honor winner Alexandra Diaz.

Mario has been banished, to circus camp of all places, after stealing his parents’ credit card.

Luna is an aerial artist, but her body seems to have grown curvier overnight, making it harder to perform on the silks.

Ricky is destined to be a stilt-walking star, but his attention span keeps him from safely learning the basics.

Betina has a natural talent for clowning comedy, so long as no one is watching her.

When the landlord threatens to close down Camp Big Top forever, these four kids must join forces to save it. But first, they will have to build trust in each other…and in themselves.

“[A] bighearted novel [with] grounded emotional interactions […] against a unique, high-flying backdrop.” —Publishers Weekly

“A sweet and tidy friendship story that will make readers want to join this inclusive circus family.” —Kirkus

“A coming-of-age friendship story in which most kids will find someone to relate to [in] a high-flying summer camp.” —School Library Journal

“A quirky, emotionally complex read.” —Booklist

“After reading about the many exciting circus activities the children learned to do, [don’t] be surprised if circus camps pop up wherever “Camp Big Top” is read.” You Decide: Should I Read it or Not?

“Author Alexandra Diaz on Why There’s No Place Like the Circus.”

* Junior Library Guild Gold Standard

*Parnassus Spark Book Club Pick