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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011 · Est. 10 min read-aloud
Balloons Over Broadway
Written & illustrated by Melissa Sweet
Discover the story behind the iconic Macy's Parade balloons.
40 pages· 1,258 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Meet Tony Sarg, the visionary puppeteer who transformed the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade with his groundbreaking balloon creations. Journey through his inventive world, where imagination takes flight and childhood dreams become reality. How did a self-taught immigrant's whimsical designs capture the hearts of millions? Explore the magic behind the parade's iconic floating giants and uncover the legacy of a man whose creativity continues to inspire. This captivating tale, brought to life with vibrant illustrations, invites readers of all ages to experience the wonder of a beloved holiday tradition.
From the publisher
Presents a tribute to the creator of the giant balloons that fill the sky during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, tracing the work of artist Tony Sarg, whose innovative “upside-down puppet” creations have become the parade’s trademark.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 40
- Words
- 1,258
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD1000L
What readers & critics say
Reviews
5.8
out of 7
6.0
“This fantastically buoyant book is sure to delight readers of all ages. I love the playful and whimsical illustrations and the way the text is integrated into some of the illustrations. The book is based on the true story of the evolution of Anthony Sang's wonderful puppets into the enormous balloons that are the trademark of Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. The problem-solving theme of the book appeals to me, as does the teamwork and reliance on others with expertise to help solve the problems.”
Grammy
Trusted reviewer
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 5.4
- F&P level
- ~X
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 146536
Publication
- Published
- January 1, 2011
- First published
- November 1, 2011
- Publisher
- Clarion Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
- Text details
- The text of this book is set in Museo
- Illustration details
- The illustrations are gouache, collage, and mixed media.
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780547199450
- LCCN
- 2010044181
- OCLC
- 1150926072
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