Arthur's gloomy dad rushes him through the park every morning, through grey and rainy weather. Arthur just wants a balloon from the park's vendor, and Dad always says no. But one rainy morning, the balloons magically appear at their doorstep, and Arthur figures out the perfect way to bring the sunshine out, even if only for a few moments.
Arthur Wants a Balloon deals beautifully with a parent's depression and portrays a child's way of helping his father cope. This is a book about depression that has a ray of hope and sunshine at the end. A young reader will grasp onto the concept that even in the worst situations, there is light and love.
Elizabeth (Liz) Gilbert Bedia grew up in rural northern Illinois surrounded by fields, blue sky, and a multitude of jovial animals. She became a keen observer with a big imagination. Liz loved creating stories about the world around her and turned to books to learn more. As a child, she was fascinated with animals, science, and maps.
Liz went on to become a
