Books Like Emily's Balloon
Families who loved Emily's Balloon by Komako Sakai often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Emily's Balloon by Komako Sakai often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is processing a sudden loss or feeling an intense attachment to a transient object. It is a gentle tool for validating the big emotions that come when a physical comfort is lost, helping children navigate the transition from attachment to memory. The story follows a toddler named Emily who befriends a yellow balloon. They play together like best friends until the balloon accidentally floats away into a tree. Through her mother's empathy, Emily learns that while she cannot hold the balloon anymore, she can still find peace and joy in its presence from afar. This beautifully illustrated book is perfect for ages 2 to 5, offering a safe space to discuss sadness and the reality that some things cannot be kept forever.
