It's a Firefly Night
Title | It's a Firefly Night PDF eBook |
Author | Dianne Ochiltree |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 2013 |
Genre | Children's stories |
ISBN | 9781609052911 |
On a warm summer night, a young girl and her daddy catch fireflies, put them in a jar to admire for a brief time, and then release them back into the moonlight. Includes facts about fireflies.
Good Night, Firefly
Title | Good Night, Firefly PDF eBook |
Author | Gabriel Alborozo |
Publisher | Henry Holt and Company (BYR) |
Total Pages | 32 |
Release | 2015-06-02 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 1627796665 |
Nina is afraid of the dark. Luckily she has a nightlight, but one night the power goes out. So Nina traps a firefly to keep her company. She has a jolly time with her new friend, until she soon realizes that the firefly doesn't feel the same way, and she must let it go. This irresistible bedtime story has stunning black-and-white illustrations accented with glowing spots of color-as magical as fireflies themselves!
Fireflies, Glow-worms, and Lightning Bugs
Title | Fireflies, Glow-worms, and Lightning Bugs PDF eBook |
Author | Lynn Frierson Faust |
Publisher | University of Georgia Press |
Total Pages | 378 |
Release | 2017-03-01 |
Genre | Nature |
ISBN | 0820348724 |
This is the first comprehensive firefly guide for eastern and central North America ever published. It is written for all those who want to know more about the amazing world of lightning bugs and learn the secrets hidden in the flash patterns of the 75+ species found in the eastern and central U.S. and Canada. As an independent researcher working with numerous university teams, naturalist Lynn Frierson Faust, “The Lightning Bug Lady,” has spent decades tracking the behavior and researching the habitats of these fascinating creatures. Based on her twenty-five years of field work, this book is intended to increase understanding and appreciation of bioluminescent insects while igniting enthusiasm in a fun and informative way. Species accounts are coupled with historical background and literary epigraphs to engage and draw readers young and old into the world of these tiny sparklers. A chart documenting the flash patterns of the various species will aid in identification. Clear photos illustrate the insects’ distinguishing physical characteristics, while habitats, seasonality, and common names are provided in clear, easy-to-understand yet scientifically accurate language. The guide will be welcomed by everyone who wants to learn more about fireflies' and glow-worms' unique traits and about their fragile niche in the ecosystem. FEATURES Over 600 color photographsDetailed accounts and anatomical diagrams of 75+ species, as well as aids in distinguishing between similar speciesA first-of-its-kind flash-pattern chart that folds out on heavy-weight paper • Extensive scientific details written in an understandable and engaging wayColorful, common names—Twilight Bush Baby, Shadow Ghosts, and Snappy Syncs, and more—for easy species identification based on flash patternsTips on ideal sites and times of year for firefly watchingConservation-oriented approach
Fireflies in the Night
Title | Fireflies in the Night PDF eBook |
Author | Judy Hawes |
Publisher | Harper Collins |
Total Pages | 36 |
Release | 1991-09-30 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 0064451011 |
"[In] a revision of the 1963 edition, [a] brief, clearly written text [tells of a young girl who] learns some interesting facts about fireflies from her grandfather. Alexander uses richly hued pastels for her illustrations of the young girl, her grandparents' farm, and the creatures of a summer night."—SLJ.
The Light in the Night
Title | The Light in the Night PDF eBook |
Author | Marie Voigt |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Total Pages | 32 |
Release | 2019-02-07 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 1471173275 |
Betty loves her night-time stories, especially the one about Cosmo: a bear that is afraid of the dark. So when Cosmo comes to life, it is the perfect opportunity for Betty to help him overcome his fear and show him the beauty of the night. With a lantern in one hand and Cosmo’s paw in the other, join Betty on a wonderful adventure that will light up every child’s story time!
Ten Flashing Fireflies
Title | Ten Flashing Fireflies PDF eBook |
Author | Philemon Sturges |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Total Pages | 32 |
Release | 1997-03 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 1558586741 |
Two children catch fireflies on a summer night, putting them one by one into a jar until all ten are caught, and then they let them out to watch all ten fly away.
Lady Liberty's Holiday
Title | Lady Liberty's Holiday PDF eBook |
Author | Jen Arena |
Publisher | Knopf Books for Young Readers |
Total Pages | 41 |
Release | 2016-05-10 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 0553520679 |
Hit the road and see America with the Statue of Liberty! The Statue of Liberty is feeling a little blue, despite being green. As much as she loves welcoming people to America, standing still for over a hundred years has left her with a stiff neck, aching arms, and a cramp in her leg. This lady could use a vacation! With some encouragement from her friend Moe the pigeon, Lady Liberty takes off to see the rest of America! She explores the sandy beaches of Cape Cod, the waving wheat fields of Kansas, the breathtaking grandeur of the Grand Canyon, and the cozy sunshine of the California coastline. But will Lady Liberty make it back to New York City for the Fourth of July? And will she even want to? "Lady Liberty's journey [is] lighthearted and fun."--Publishers Weekly "A fun and fabulous read for a Fourth of July storytime."--School Library Journal