Age Group: 3 - 6 Years

Description:

It starts as just a soggy blue balloon lying in the garden — a rather ordinary find. But when Kipper the dog and his young owner begin to play with it, something extraordinary becomes clear: this balloon has Strange and Wonderful Powers. It refuses to pop no matter how hard they squash, squeeze, or whack it with a stick. It changes shape. It grows enormous. It even whisks them both off on a spectacular journey through the stars to visit far-off planets — before bringing them safely home in time for sausages, chips, and beans. First published in 1989 and now a beloved classic, The Blue Balloon also marks the very first appearance of Kipper — the endearing dog who would go on to star in his own hugely popular series. With gorgeous fold-out pages and Mick Inkpen's gentle, glowing artwork, this is a timeless celebration of childhood wonder and imagination.