Balloons over Broadway : the true story of the puppeteer of Macy's Parade / written and illustrated by Melissa Sweet.
Award-winning artist Sweet tells the story of the puppeteer Tony Sarg, capturing his genius, his dedication, his zest for play, and his long-lasting gift to America--the inspired helium balloons that would become the trademark of Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780547199450
- ISBN: 0547199457
- Physical Description: 40 unnumbered pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 x 29 cm
Content descriptions
Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references. |
Target Audience Note: | 4-8 years AD1000L Lexile |
Study Program Information Note: | Accelerated Reader LG 5.4 0.5 0.5 146536. Accelerated Reader AR LG 5.4 0.5 146536. |
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- 5 of 6 copies available at Missouri Evergreen. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at North Kansas City.
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- 0 current holds with 6 total copies.
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Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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North Kansas City Public Library | JE SWE (Text) | 0001012497282 | JUV Easy | Available | - |
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Balloons over Broadway : The True Story of the Puppeteer of Macy's Parade
From Caldecott Honor artist Melissa Sweet comes the perfect Thanksgiving Day picture book. Let's have a parade! Meet the master puppeteer who invented the first balloons for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Melissa Sweet brings to life the inspirational story of the puppeteer who invented the giant balloons floating in the sky during the annual parade celebrating Thanksgiving. The Caldecott Honor artist brilliantly captures the essence of Tony Sarg, a self-taught immigrant with a fascinating imagination. The collage illustrations coupled with Sweet's storytelling portray Sarg's joy in his childhood inventions and his ingenious balloon creations that still bring delight to viewers around the country. This nonfiction illustrated book will capture the hearts of all ages. "This clever marriage of information and illustration soars high." (Kirkus starred review)