Glow: Animals With Their Own Nightlightsby W. H. Beck
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (Dec. 15, 2015)
Informational Picture Book
Summary:
Why be afraid of the dark when there is so much to see? Whether it's used to hunt, hide, find a friend, or escape an enemy, bioluminescence--the ability to glow--is a unique adaptation in nature. In this fun and fascinating nonfiction picture book, join world-renowned photographers and biologists on their close encounters with the curious creatures that make their own light.
Why You'll Love It:
- Set against black backdrops, the photographs are often hauntingly beautiful, and closing pages note the creatures' habitats, actual size, and binomial nomenclature.
- The cover photograph of a bizarre, long-toothed fish with a personal flashlight quickly catches the eye -- this book is sure to capture-and hold-readers' attention.
- This overview is an effective jumping-off point for younger readers; for those interested in learning more, extensive back matter provides more detailed information on the animals discussed, as well as a bibliography.
Who Should Read It:
Great for 1st-4th grade -- introduce the concept of bioluminescence with one of these video clips.
What Else You Should Read:
- See What a Seal Can Do by Chris Butterworth
- Tiny Creatures: The World of Microbes by Nicola Davies
- Bats: Biggest! Littlest! by Sandra Markle
