The Curlytops at Sunset Beach; Or, What Was Found in the Sand

In a bustling little town on the eve of a circus parade, two spirited siblings—Janet and Teddy, known affectionately as the “Curlytops”—wait impatiently for their father’s return. Their lively banter and gentle squabbles reveal a close‑knit family, while the crowded streets echo with the excitement of arriving performers and the roar of automobiles. As they perch on the porch and scout the road, the children’s curiosity about the day’s festivities is matched only by their protective instincts toward one another.

Enter baby William, the youngest Martin, ever‑ready for mischief and dubbed “Trouble” for his knack for finding it. With a bright declaration that he’ll feed peanuts to a “nellifunt,” his innocent enthusiasm adds a whimsical thread to the morning’s hustle. Together, the trio sets out toward the circus, their imaginations already drifting toward the mysteries that await at sunset‑kissed sands.