{"product_id":"9781797215044","title":"Balloon","description":"\u003cb\u003eA sweet and engaging seek-and-find story that follows the ups and downs of a lost balloon.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e What's better than holding onto a brand-new bright orange balloon?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eOh no!\u003c\/i\u003e What's worse than accidentally letting go of a bright orange balloon and watching it float up . . . up . . . up into the sky?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e In this nearly wordless book, sharp-eyed readers will spot something orange and round in every scene as they join an endearing journey from disappointment to hope to a surprise ending better than they could have imagined. A balloon, seek-and-find play, and a (literally) warm-and-fuzzy ending--who could ask for more?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e GENTLE STORY: The world is a noisy and busy place. This warm and welcoming picture book is just right for when children (and parents) just want to relax with a sweet story in a familiar setting with relatable characters. Its gentle message of resilience and optimism shines.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e INTERACTIVE READING EXPERIENCE: Within its quiet framework, there is ample room for active engagement--searching each scene for the lost balloon, finding the humorous moments and small side stories. and guessing what might happen next.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e WORDLESS BOOKS: For early learners and emerging readers, wordless picture books are wonderful for expanding their imaginations, and becoming more active readers.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Perfect for: \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eYoung readers who enjoy seek-and-find books\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eParents, grandparents, and caregivers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTeachers and librarians seeking wordless picture books to share\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGift-giving for birthday, baby shower, or holiday\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFans of picture books like \u003ci\u003eHot Dog\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eEvery Little Kindness\u003c\/i\u003e, and Bruce Handy's \u003ci\u003eWhat If One Day\u003c\/i\u003e...\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chronicle Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46355982975148,"sku":"9781797215044","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/6626\/7820\/files\/24422113482827.jpg?v=1781630683","url":"https:\/\/giftshop.carlemuseum.org\/products\/9781797215044","provider":"The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}