Lio the Carousel Horse

Written by Carol Moen Wing · Illustrated by Ruth Moen

A carousel horse escapes to explore life beyond the merry-go-round.

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32 pages· AD560L

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Bookroo's summary

Lio, a carousel horse in Hawaii, yearns for adventure beyond the merry-go-round. Breaking free, he encounters various horses, each with unique roles, from police to polo. As Lio explores, he discovers the diverse ways horses contribute to the island's life. Will he find a new purpose, or is his true calling back on the carousel? Join Lio on a journey of self-discovery and see where his heart truly belongs.

From the publisher

Lio is a carousel horse at one of Hawaii’s carnivals. He loves being on the merry-go-round and making kids happy until one day, Lio decides to break free and see what lies beyond the carousel walls. He visits all the different types of horses on the island: a police horse, a pau horse, a polo horse, a paniolo horse, and more. He learns all about their special jobs and what they do to make Hawaii a better place. In the end, Lio realizes his job as a carousel horse is the best job for him.

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