Angie Franssen

About a Clown Who Wanted to Smile Angie Franssen

A little clown has been sad for so long, he can't even remember how to be happy. His circus friends and family kept telling him that it was fate: He was the Sad Clown and there was nothing to do about it.
But, this little clown had enough of feeling sad. He didn't want to feel like this anymore, ever again. So, he starts a quest to find someone who can tell him how to smile again.

A beautiful and meaningful short poem, together with dreamy landscapes and simple drawings will light the spirits of even the saddest little children. If a clown can wash away his sadness, little children who don't know how to deal with complex emotions yet, might be able to find a way to wash away tears as well.
A perfect book for 4 to 8 year old's, but younger children might love to look at the colorful illustrations too, teaching them, already at a young age, that it is fine to feel sad sometimes, and that there are always ways to find your happy again.