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Name: The great Valentine's Day balloon race
Rating: 3.25 (4 reviews)
Author: Adrienne Adams

📘 The great Valentine's Day balloon race by Adrienne Adams

In this charming children’s tale, Bonnie and Orson, two adventurous rabbits, craft a hot air balloon and enter a St. Valentine’s Day balloon race. Their imaginative project and teamwork set the stage for a festive, sky‑high adventure that celebrates creativity and friendship.

First publish date: 1980

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Adrienne Adams

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