TY  - BOOK
AU  - Delahaye, Gilbert 
AU  - Marlier, Marcel 
TI  - Martine and the hot-air balloon / 
SN  - 9789350895535
AV  - PZ7  
U1  - 823 
PY  - 2013///.
CY  - New Delhi, 
PB  - Dreamland Publications ; 
KW  - Picture Book
KW  - French Literature
KW  - Imagination
KW  - Adventure
N1  - L
; 510
; Lexile estimate
; L
; Raz-Plus

N2  - Young Martine and her brother Jean (or cousin Yann in the French original) are thrilled when their Uncle Harry, a hot‑air balloon pilot, invites them to join his Sunday balloon race. They eagerly climb aboard, and the balloon ascends over charming countryside scenes—windmills, forests, farms—as they float gracefully higher and higher. As they drift through the sky, Martine’s wonder grows. The siblings marvel at the changing landscapes and feel the thrill of the gentle breeze. The illustrations by Marcel Marlier beautifully capture their excitement and the serene aerial views.
Ultimately, Uncle Harry pilots them safely to a landing on a sandy beach. The balloon touches down successfully, and their family celebrates: Uncle Harry wins the race, and Martine and Jean beam with pride and joy at their adventurous outing.
ER  -