Mathilda and the Orange Balloon
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Children's - Kindergarten, Age 5-6
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1.5
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32 p. ;
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Make Way For Books
Mathilda chooses to be inspired by the orange balloon that starkly contrasts with her gray existence. It represents something new, alive, not tied down, and hope. Her decision to incorporate that attitude inspires the rest of her flock, and us, her readers. A simple story with a large lesson.