OK, so this is a story told by a dog and written by her person. But it's so much more than a delightful story about hot air balloons. It's a story about dreams and difficult choices. Since Stasha moved to New Mexico, she was fascinated by hot air balloons and very quickly became obsessed with them. The story not only deals with her secret dream, but provides a lot of information about the art of ballooning. There's also a message about caring for each other. This is a great book for the whole family to read together, then discuss the ending. This book makes a great souvenir of a visit to a Balloon Fiesta, or your own ride in a hot air balloon. It can also be used in the classroom, community programs, a children's hospital, and any other place where children might enjoy a good story. Not only is it easy to read, it's delightful when read aloud, or in the hands of a good storyteller. The colorful photos of hot air balloons against the bright blue New Mexico sky will inspire many to dream of their own future flight.