Next Time You See a Firefly

Next Time You See

by Emily R. Morgan

A 2014 Outstanding Science Trade Book for Students K-12! Every summer children enjoy watching fireflies twinkling in the twilight, but after reading this book, they’ll see the insects with new eyes. Share Next Time You See a Firefly with a child. Discover why fireflies flash and how they live secret lives underground before coming out to fill the evening with their glimmers of light. Together you’ll also realize that if you catch fireflies, you must let them Fireflies have a lot to do! Awaken a sense of wonder in a child with the Next Time You See series from NSTA Kids. The books will inspire elementary-age children to experience the enchantment of everyday phenomena such as insects, seashells, and sunsets. Free supplementary activities are available on the NSTA website. Especially designed to be experienced with an adult—be it a parent, teacher, or friend—Next Time You See books serve as a reminder that you don’t have to look far to find something remarkable in nature.

Genres: Science

32 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 2013

Reviews

[Suzie Gordon · Rating 5 out of 5]

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This is one book in a series of books called “Next Time You See A..” by Emily Morgan that investigates subjects in nature. I love this series of books as they have great pictures and walk the reader through exploring about the subject. The author uses a lot of investigative questions for the reader to think about. This series of books is a great addition to a science classroom. After reading this book I learned a few things that I did not know before about fireflies. At the back of the book they have suggestions to further explore the subject and websites to visit and classroom activities.

[Daniel · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good introductory book to Firefly with wonderful photos! I think the first sentence really sounds: intended to be read "AFTER" having some experience with the featured objects / phenomenon! Great idea :)

[James Biser · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an entertaining nonfiction book about fireflies or lightning bugs. It gives a good explanation about the life cycle of these beetles and even suggests activities young people can engage in to learn more about the animal.

[Taylor Worsencroft · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought this book was very neat. I actually learned a lot about fireflies that I never knew. The illustrations were neat, they were actual pictures taken of bugs and people.