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I Spy: A Balloon Paperback – March 1, 2006

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 85 ratings

A Level 1 reader with picture riddles and search-and-find fun!

All new, easy-to-read riddles by Jean Marzollo are paired with fun photographs culled from previously published I Spy books to create this I Spy easy reader that's perfect for spring! With rhythm, rhyme, and picture clues, this book is written to support the newest reader!
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Award-winning author Jean Marzollo was the author of over 100 books, including the bestselling I Spy series; Help Me Learn Numbers 0-20; Help Me Learn Addition; Help Me Learn Subtraction; Pierre the Penguin; Soccer Sam; Happy Birthday, Martin Luther King; The Little Plant Doctor; In 1776; Mama Mama/Papa Papa; and I Am Water; as well as books for parents and teachers, such as The New Kindergarten.
Walter Wick is the photographer of the international bestselling I Spy series as well as the author and photographer of the acclaimed Can You See What I See? series. He lives with his wife, Linda, in Miami Beach, Florida.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cartwheel Books; First Edition (March 1, 2006)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0439738644
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0439738644
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 2 - 4 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ NP
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.4 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.25 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 85 ratings

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Customers find the book useful for engaging young children in learning activities and bonding. It's a great resource for smaller children who can't read yet, and it builds their vocabulary. The activity is simple and easy for kids to pick up, making it suitable for beginners.

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11 customers mention "Educational value"11 positive0 negative

Customers find these books engaging for young children. They are a great way to build vocabulary and encourage reading skills. The pictures help children associate pictures and words even if they can't read yet. Readers also mention that the books combine fun and education in a way that feels more like play than learning.

"These books are an absolute blast! They’re a fantastic way to engage with your little one in a way that feels more like play than learning...." Read more

"My daughter is 3 and LOVES to Spy! These little booklets are great for little ones b/c they have the picture to the right and little poem with..." Read more

"...The bright pictures easily capture his attention, too. Great book and a good learning tool." Read more

"...THe words and pictures are placed so the child can associate pictures and words even if they are not able to find the picture in the I spy picture...." Read more

5 customers mention "Ease of use"5 positive0 negative

Customers find the book easy for kids to use. They say it's simpler than other I Spy books and great for beginners.

"...was old enough to understand I spy books, but this was simple enough that he understood...." Read more

"Bought this item for my 17-month old grandson; he loves finding the easier items. He can work on the harder ones when he is older...." Read more

"Small, paperback book but pictures adequate size. Easier than the other I Spy books we've read...." Read more

"It is pretty simple but if your kid likes to "find" stuff it is great. My boy will look at it over and over again." Read more

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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2025
    These books are an absolute blast! They’re a fantastic way to engage with your little one in a way that feels more like play than learning. The bright, vivid colors are so eye-catching, and the interactive prompts make every page an exciting experience. It’s amazing how effortlessly these books combine fun and education!

    Whether you’re using them for storytime, learning activities, or just bonding with your child, they’re a must-have for any family library. I highly recommend these for parents and caregivers looking for something entertaining and educational!
  • Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2014
    I wasn't sure if my son was old enough to understand I spy books, but this was simple enough that he understood. There is a picture on the left, so I say "look for the ____ it looks like this" and I point to the picture on the left. In a few days he was bringing the book to me and saying for me to look for it, "it looks like this, mommy". Now that he's older (2 and a half), it's more fun because I can ask him to look for something that isn't pictured, such as a train, and he can usually find it.
  • Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2012
    My daughter is 3 and LOVES to Spy! These little booklets are great for little ones b/c they have the picture to the right and little poem with pictured objects to find on the left. Just challenging enough for toddlers (of course mine is so smart!)and non-readers. I love the pamphlet style for diaper bags/mommy's purse/back of car seat etc. Not as bulky as the original hardbacks though we like those too. Check out the dimensions...similar to a small cookbook at the checkout line.
  • Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2015
    We have tons of I Spy Level 1 Reader books. This is one is OK. There are a lot of pictures of bugs, snakes, reptiles, a skeleton, and other pictures that my child doesn't really like. The pictures to find just aren't as fun as in the other books. My kids love I Spy School and I Spy School Bus the best.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2011
    Bought this item for my 17-month old grandson; he loves finding the easier items. He can work on the harder ones when he is older. The bright pictures easily capture his attention, too. Great book and a good learning tool.
  • Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2009
    THis is a great resource for smaller children who can't really read yet. THe words and pictures are placed so the child can associate pictures and words even if they are not able to find the picture in the I spy picture. Great for my 4yr old autistic granddaughter. She loves it!
  • Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2011
    In my grandson's preschool they have lots of I Spy books and this has become one of his favorites. He loves to look for the items over and over again. He never puts it down. He carries it to the car and to the market.
  • Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2008
    i bought this for my two 2 yr olds. it's great brain exercise and they never get tired of going thru the pages. it also builds their vocabulary. highly recommend the I Spy books.

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  • Michelle
    5.0 out of 5 stars Quality time
    Reviewed in Canada on September 22, 2020
    Bought for my granddaughter and she likes it a lot. Fun way to spend time together.
  • Susana Pardo
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ok
    Reviewed in Spain on August 17, 2020
    A mi hija le encantan, tiene casi toda la coleccion
  • Cliente Amazon
    5.0 out of 5 stars ordine libro
    Reviewed in Italy on March 8, 2017
    Ottimo acquisto. Spedizione veloce.
    Imballato perfettamente.
    Anche se usato tenuto benissimo.
    Consiglio per le mamme che vogliono insegnare le prime parole in inglese ai loro bimbi.
  • D T S Evelyn
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fun!
    Reviewed in Canada on June 29, 2019
    Great for occupying my 3yo