It Glows!: Magical Animals That Give Off Light

by Nikki Potts

Overview

Bioluminescence benefits animals in many ways. Some animals with this ability use their light to lure prey, distract predators, or to attract a mate. Learn more about how animals use bioluminescence to help them survive in their environments. Meets Next Generation Science Standards.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781515794707
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	01/01/2018
Series:	Magical Animals
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	9.25(w) x 10.25(h) x 0.12(d)
Age Range:	4 - 8 Years

Table of Contents

Squid — Glowworm — Deep-sea dragonfish — Atolla jellyfish — Anglerfish — Firefly — Red tide — Click beetle — Venus flytrap anemone — Midwater jellyfish — South American polka dot tree frog — Shortnose greeneye fish — Glossary — Read more — Internet sites — Critical thinking questions — Index.

Interviews

Short, simple sentences make the text easy to read for pre readers. Interesting animals accompanied by striking images capture readers’ attention. Critical thinking questions encourage readers to reflect and analyze the text. Content meets Next Generation Science Standards.

Editorial Reviews

04/01/2018
Gr 3–5—Each title introduces a dozen animals by focusing on the particularly unusual characteristics they have in common. A text box in each spread notes the critter's main features and then describes its "magical" property. Readers learn about the size, habitat, and life span of the conch, followed by a brief description of how it can regrow its eyes. Scientific concepts such as bioluminescence and regeneration are explained at an appropriately introductory level. Well-chosen images of a seven-legged spider, a fluorescent tree frog, and other eye-catching examples effectively support the text. Many photo pairs provide useful contrasting views, showing a visible wolf spider opposite a hidden one, or a dragonfly as nymph and adult. Several of the topics, such as water bears and deep-sea dragonfish, are not often covered in children's books. VERDICT Well-conceived presentations about fascinating creatures. Great picks for elementary schoolers.

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