An epic adventure story that will enchant and captivatea whole new generation of young readers from today's most esteemedand celebrated picture book creatorAbner is the only child that can't blow a bubble at school. So,he spends all his pocket money on bubblegum and gets to work.His bubble gets bigger, bigger . . . and BIGGER still, until it becomesa veritable balloon!An excting journey ensues as the balloon carries him far awayon a whimsical flight, landing him in a farmer's field, spurringan unlikely friendship. As he earns back the money he needs to floathome, Abner soon discovers the quiet pleasure of the countryside,the power of friendship, and the profound ways we discover whowe are when we dare to venture beyond! Caldecott-winning creator Jon Klassen (IWant My Hat Back) and rising star illustrator JessHannigan (Spider in the Well) have created a groundbreaking,funny, and poignant storyWith Jon Klassen's iconic writing and Jess Hannigan's minimalisticand captivating illustrations, this book is a modern classicin the makingThe hardback format and dust jacket make this the perfect gift
