Families who loved Please Bring Balloons by Lindsay Ward 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 in a quiet, imaginative mood or needs a gentle story to transition into bedtime dreams. It is the perfect choice for a child who looks at a park bench or a statue and wonders if it has a secret life after the sun goes down. The story follows a young girl named Emma who discovers a hidden note on a carousel polar bear. What follows is a whimsical journey to the Arctic powered by a bunch of colorful balloons. It celebrates the magic of 'what if' and the quiet joy of making a new friend, even an imaginary one. It is a visually stunning, low-tension adventure that fosters a sense of wonder and kindness toward the world around us.