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This book describes the history, equipment, and techniques of hot air ballooning, and examines some of its competitions and popular locations. It is written for middle grade readers at a reading level of 5.3. The book provides an overview of the sport for young readers interested in learning about hot air balloons.
Quick Summary
Kids will feel Like the Willow Tree: The Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth Young Girl: The Definitive Edition of a Young Girl: The Definitive Edition Lydia Amelia Piercey're soaring through the sky as they discover how pilots control these giant colorful balloons using nothing but fire and wind, and the book is packed with wild stories about balloon races, near-misses, and the daredevils who float thousands of feet above earth for fun. If your kid loves the science and humor in Jeff Kinney's "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth Wimpy Kid" series, they'll be hooked on learning the real-life physics behind floating through the clouds. Perfect for kids ages 9 to 13 in grades 4 through 8 who dream of adventure and want to understand the science behind one of the coolest sports on the planet.