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The Tale of Scrawny Billy J.

The Tale of Scrawny Billy J.

Biel, Andrew
Dorn, Robin

Hardcover

General Juvenile FictionPerforming Arts

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ISBN10: 1592116949
ISBN13: 9781592116942
Publisher: Histria Kids
Published: Apr 7 2026
Pages: 36
Weight: 0.95
Height: 0.40 Width: 11.10 Depth: 8.70
Language: English
A joyful, confidence-boosting picture book for ages 4-8, Billy J. at the Circus celebrates inner strength, self-acceptance, and the magic of movement.

Meet Billy J., a small but mighty hero who discovers that true strength comes from within! Join him at a magical circus where muscles and confidence grow together.

Billy J., known to everyone as Scrawny, wishes he could be big and strong like the performers at the summer circus. When he stumbles into a mysterious tent, he meets the incredible Ms. Muscles, who shows him something amazing - he has muscles too! In fact, he has over 650 of them, each with its own special job.

Through Ms. Muscles' guidance, Billy learns about the wonderful ways his body already works. From his jaw muscles that help him chew to his leg muscles that help him jump, Billy discovers that being strong isn't just about looking muscular. As his confidence grows, he faces the ultimate test - the High Striker bell at the circus.

Will Billy find the courage to lift the mighty hammer? Can he prove to himself that believing in your own strength is the first step to achieving great things? This heartwarming tale teaches children about self-acceptance, the joy of movement, and the power of believing in yourself. Get ready to flex those reading muscles and discover the champion within!

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