I was
surprised by Margo's choice this week, but that doesn't mean it wasn't
fascinating! The cover of Glow: Animals
with their Own Night-Lights by W.H. Beck will make you stop and
take notice. Just look at that angler fish!
Once you
dive into this book, the pictures help teach readers about the different
kinds of animals and plants that use bio-luminescence. Margo loved trying to say
it, but it came out more like “Luminess”. After you learn the definition, you'll be
introduced to animals deep in the sea (thank goodness they are so far down I will never encounter them), in the woods, and even in the air. I had no idea that fireflies aren’t actually flies! I definitely
learned a lot. I'd love to go where there are dinoflagellates
making the water sparkle.
If you're looking for an interesting way to learn about plants and animals, than I highly recommend this non-fiction picture book. It's great for young kids or older readers.
Has anyone
else read Glow? Or have you read another book W.H. Beck? We'd love to hear your
thoughts!
