{"product_id":"mateo-the-wandering-balloon-philadelphia-paperback","title":"Mateo the Wandering Balloon: Philadelphia - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eHector A. Colon-Rivera\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eAmanda Molina-Belardo\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeet Mateo, a bright and curious balloon wrapped in the Puerto Rican flag, as he soars across Philadelphia! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully illustrated children's picture book is perfect for kids ages 3-8 and their parents. Families will love this inspiring story that celebrates Hispanic heritage, kindness, confidence, and belonging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the iconic Rocky steps to the colorful neighborhoods filled with music and community, Mateo finds new friends and discovers that home can be found wherever you go. Kids will be inspired to say: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cem\u003e\"I can explore, I can shine, and I belong wherever I go!\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhy parents, teachers, and kids love \u003cem\u003eMateo the Wandering Balloon\u003c\/em\u003e: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Showcases Hispanic culture and heritage with pride\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Encourages self-confidence, kindness, and resilience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Features Philadelphia landmarks and history that children will enjoy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Perfect for storytime, school classrooms, and libraries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Makes a meaningful gift for children, parents, and educators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBring home \u003cem\u003eMateo the Wandering Balloon: Philadelphia\u003c\/em\u003e today and celebrate a story of family, culture, and adventure. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhere should Mateo go next? Mateo's journey is just beginning; he could float to your state or country next! \u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.09 x 8 x 8 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 15, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Print:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51455527780575,"sku":"9798998995101","price":15.82,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/VnjeiOKj4i9798998995101.webp?v=1790315627","url":"https:\/\/blackandbarhe.com\/products\/mateo-the-wandering-balloon-philadelphia-paperback","provider":"Black \u0026 Barhe Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}