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Where Do Balloons Go? An Uplifting Mystery Review
Haven't you ever wondered ... Where do balloons go When one little boy accidentally lets go of his balloon, his imagination takes him on its journey. Jamie Lee Curtis's gentle and humorous exploration of the joys and perils of a balloon's life is whimsically brought to life by Laura Cornell's illustrations. From the best-selling author-illustrator team of Today I Feel Silly and Other Moods that Make My Day comes another delightful mystery about letting go. Includes cool reusable stickers and two play areas! User Submitted Where Do Balloons Go? An Uplifting Mystery ReviewsDecember 1, 2008 Great book... okay artwork I loved the book, I just didn't like the artwork. Very busy and messy. My son loves loves balloons but he could barely make them out on the busy pages. I'd definitely get another artist or at least make the artwork cleaner. October 12, 2008 Grandaughter Can't wait to READ it. She is excited about reading this book after reading silly moods, but is happy to wait so we can read together on next visit. August 8, 2008 Great for someone going away My favorite teacher at my son's daycare was leaving - going to a new job. I found this book to be a perfect gift for her. I thought it could also represent the balloons as a metaphor for someone going away. Excellent story with beautiful illustrations. January 18, 2008 Great lesson on loss and grief As an elementary school counselor I used this book to help students cope with grief and loss. January 4, 2007 Jamie Lee Curtis ROCKS!!!!! I wish there was a way to promote her books more. I bought one of Jamie's earlier books for a little boy a couple years ago. Recently, I was very surprised when his Mother said that it was the only book he enjoyed reading and wanted "Where Do Balloons Go?" for a birthday presnt. This little boy doesn't read very much but spends a lot of time in front of the television or computer, so it was very uplifting to know he realized there is more to life than visuals. November 10, 2006 2nd time purchased Our grandson has this book & loves it so much that we purchased another as a gift for our nephew. September 30, 2006 Fun, Silly and Most Importantly, Engaging for Young Readers! I think every young child whose ever accidentally released a balloon into the wild blue yonder has wondered what happens to them...and this book gives kids some whimsical ideas about the secret life of balloons that should ease their minds about what happens...I suppose this is a better way for kids to think about it than just popping somewhere up there and plummeting to the ground. The words are written in silly rhymes and the illustrations are lush and whimsical...just plain silly and loads of fun for young readers. Younger kids (2-4) will like having the opportunity to explore each page and older kids (5-8) will enjoy reading all the additional text loaded onto each page (balloons writing post cards, signs for various things, ect...) that should help keep their interest when the simple rhyme is, well, too simple for them to enjoy. Each page feels rather like an explosion of art and whimsy...it is that chaotic splendor that kids can't help but love!! Where to Balloons Go? doesn't provide any scientific explanation...but it's not meant to, it's just plain fun!! Kids and adults alike will have fun reading this and diving right into the incredible illustrations...if you've got a kid 4-8, this is a must read!! January 24, 2006 artistic, creative, clever, addictive!! my daughter absolutely loves this book. the age range says 4 and up but my daughter is two and loves it and is addicted to it. she wants me to read it to her before her nap and bedtime. i would say not to leave it down where a child under 4 could rip the pages. this books verbage and artwork is so clever. my daughter and i both get a kick out of it. there are reusable stickers included in the back of the book and you can use them on the pretty inside covers in the front or back (slick surface- either cloud or space background). she always sees them when we are done reading and can't wait until she can one day play with them. she loves stickers but tends to rip them and ruin them at this age- so i'm waiting to let her play with these! i would recommend this book to anyone, and i know i will buying this as gifts! January 16, 2006 Great for a child that has lost someone. I don't know if this was the original message intended, but I've found this book to be a great tool for helping kids cope with loss. Whether it be a grandparent or a pet, this can open the lines of communication with a young child and help explain things that sometimes adults have difficulty putting into words. I'm a hospice nurse, and know that this book has been reccommended for children in our field for years - and it's darned cute to boot! June 7, 2005 Jamie Lee Curtis does it again! My daughter loves "Today I Feel Silly," and "I'm Gonna Like Me." I bought this one based on those two books and I'm not disappointed. All little kids lose balloons and feel sad when they do. This book gives them a positive way to think about their lost balloons. My daughter has referred to this book when she loses a balloon. Somehow thinking of them having a "big balloon dance" makes her feel better. I highly recommend this book! For more Where Do Balloons Go? An Uplifting Mystery reviews click here.
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