Story Saturday: Balloons Over Broadway

Every weekend I read books...for my own enjoyment and to decide what to read during school for the upcoming week.  I have decided that Saturday would be a good day to post what I find.  Here is this week's story, Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet.  It is the true story of the man who created the balloons for the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade.  I was fascinated by the whole story and can't wait to show my students.  The illustrations are gorgeous and cover many different mediums...collage, photo, watercolor, sketch, and even the news advertisement for the balloons. 


Happy Saturday,
Laurie

Favorite Picture Book

Happy Dally is having a linky party/book giveaway.  My favorite read aloud is Thank You Mr. Falker, by Patricia Polacco.  It is such an inspiring based on a true story.  Makes me cry every time I read it, and maybe gives hope to those struggling students.

She recently a follow up book, Junkyard Wonders, that is just  as wonderful!


Happy Sunday,
Laurie