The 21 Balloons Book Study

Step into the imaginative world of The Twenty-One Balloons with this beautifully designed book study. Inspired by the Florilegium tradition—a “gathering of flowers” from treasured texts—students will collect favourite quotes, reflections, and creative responses as they journey with Professor Sherman across the skies to Krakatoa.

Enrichment Topics Include:

• Ballooning and the history of hot air balloons

• Krakatoa: geography, history, and eruption

• Volcanoes

• Diamonds

Children Will:

• Create a Florilegium notebook of words, drawings, and discoveries.

• Explore adventure, innovation, and imagination through discussion and narration.

• Enjoy hands-on projects like balloon-inspired art, geography fact sheets, and design challenges.

• Connect literature with history, science, geography, and the arts in ways that spark wonder.

Details:

• Flexible pacing with a sample 4-week schedule included.

• Two handwriting files (US cursive & UK joined-up).

• Families may print for personal use.

• DIGITAL PRODUCT—instant download after checkout.

By the end, your child will have a keepsake Florilegium that captures the whimsy, wit, and wonder of The Twenty-One Balloons.

💡 For group use, please purchase the co-op license listing.