Fly, Firefly

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One evening at dusk a wind current carries a lone firefly out over the sea. Glancing down into the water, the insect is mesmerized by the glowing bioluminescence, mistaking it for other fireflies. Seeking company, the firefly plunges into the waves. Luckily, there are human bystanders who can lend a hand. Based on an event witnessed by nature writer and ecologist Rachel Carson (The Sea Around Us and Silent Spring) where a firefly attempts to join its "family" in the ocean, this lyrical story written in verse perfectly illustrates the wonder and delight the natural world offers those who pay close enough attention. Back matter includes science facts about fireflies and bioluminescence, as well as information about Carson's life.

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Fly, Firefly submitted by SBNB on July 6, 2020, 11:04am This is a cute book with nice illustrations about a firefly who gets trapped in the sparkling waves. There is some information about bioluminescence at the end.

I love it! submitted by nicolebrown on June 15, 2021, 3:22pm It is a great book!

Fly, Firefly submitted by maywang on August 1, 2021, 10:44am Nice book! Great for all children.

A good read submitted by desuka81 on August 2, 2021, 4:51pm One evening at dusk a wind current carries a lone firefly out over the sea. Glancing down into the water, the insect is mesmerized by the glowing bioluminescence, mistaking it for other fireflies. Seeking company, the firefly plunges into the waves. Luckily, there are human bystanders who can lend a hand. Based on an event witnessed by nature writer and ecologist Rachel Carson (The Sea Around Us and Silent Spring) where a firefly attempts to join its "family" in the ocean, this lyrical story written in verse perfectly illustrates the wonder and delight the natural world offers those who pay close enough attention. Back matter includes science facts about fireflies and bioluminescence, as well as information about Carson's life.

Fly submitted by trina05 on August 3, 2021, 7:45pm Wonderful illustrations and a cute story about a firefly getting lost at sea