The Paper Carousel

I tugged at the stiff cardboard pull-tab sticking out from an open pop-up book resting on the low bookstore rug. With both paws braced over my little black sign, I leaned all my weight backward to give it a steady yank. *Whoosh-crackle!* The folded paper sprang instantly to life, unfolding a tall, three-tiered carousel that arched right over my head! A tiny paper pennant tapped the tip of my chef's hat with a light rustle before swinging back into place. Hehe. A whole grand carnival appeared in less than a second! I settled right under the colorful paper awning to admire the view.