Fireflies in the Night, written by Judy Hawes and
illustrated by Ellen Alexander, is a wonderful book that uses the relationship
between a grandfather and a granddaughter to teach the reader about
fireflies. The book is very
informative while using a story format to help children learn more about the
world of fireflies. We liked
learning how other cultures use fireflies in helpful ways. If your child is interested in
fireflies (or lightning bugs as we commonly call them) this is a great way to
introduce them to the scientific aspects in a kid-friendly approach. Happy reading!
*What did you learn about fireflies?
*What surprised you about how fireflies are used in other
cultures?
*Could you write a story about your interactions with
fireflies?
