Synopses & Reviews
These three news hounds travel all over the United States to cover unusual and exciting events. This time they are headed for the Great Piney Woods Balloon festival in eastern Texas, where they will tape a thrilling race called the Ring Grab. Little does Isaac know that Molly has arranged for them to cover it from the air, in their own balloon....
Follow this daring trio as they experience many regions and climates, reading maps to keep them on the right trail. This fun-filled geography adventure will make your spirits soar!
Synopsis
Isaac, Molly and Jake are the WDG-TV news team. These three news hounds travel to Texas to cover a hot air balloon race for the television station where they work. Little does Isaac know that Molly has arranged for them to cover it from the "air, " in their own balloon! Includes maps, information about the geography of Texas, and related activities. Full-color illustrations.
About the Author
Amy Axelrod is the author of the Pigs Will Be Pigs math picture book series. She wrote the News Hounds geography series to help introduce readers to new places and different kinds of maps. She lives in New York's Hudson River Valley.