Blue Balloon

Blue Balloon by Elden Friesen tells the story of a blue balloon with grandiose dreams. It is told through the eyes of the balloon, held by a string, waiting for a forever home. On the ceiling of a shop, the blue balloon floats amidst other colorful balloons. It is not long before a party begins. Blue Balloon has always dreamed of being free. Floating freely above the fair's ferris wheel. Laughing and jumping, a little boy with fire red hair has the blue balloon tied to his wrist. Balloon Blue dreams of flying with the birds high above the town. It imagines itself drifting across the stars and moon at night. As day breaks Blue Balloon waves goodbye.

This book captivated me. As I read it, I smiled. Although the book doesn't contain words on every page, the words written along with the illustrations make it unforgettable. I love the vivid colors of the watercolor illustrations. Illustrator and author are the same person. My recommendation for this book is a definite yes.