Balloons Over Broadway

Sweet, M. (2011). Balloons over Broadway: The true story of the puppeteer of Macy's parade. NY: Houghton

Summary:

Based on the true story of Tony Sarg, who turned his love for marionettes into the excessively large and fantastic balloons that millions of viewers see in the Macy's Day yearly Parade. Tony enjoyed being creative and liked using his  inventions to put on plays on Broadway and use for display windows in stores. His creativity helped to create the parade that is known worldwide today. 

Evaluative Criteria:

Design: ›When I think of design I immediately picture lots of color and eye catching illustrations. Balloons Over Broadway has a wonderful design all throughout the story. This book is filled with a mix of real life photographs that pop, vibrant colors, beautiful illustrations, and is appealing to the eye in every way. The design for Balloons Over Broadway will definitely catch readers’ attention as the turn through the pages.