Luminous

Kids 4 to 8 will marvel at the brightly glowing creatures & other living organisms in this stunning, poetic, & science-based exploration of bioluminescence. When it's dark out, we need light to see. But what if your body could make its own light? 

From acclaimed author-illustrator Julia Kuo comes a remarkable picture book about bioluminescence, the light made from living things, & its many forms: fireflies & foxfire, fungi & glow-worms, deep-sea fish & vampire squids. Kuo's radiant art portrays a young child & adult discovering different bioluminescent creatures, accompanied by simple lyrical text & informative sidebars that reveal fascinating scientific facts about each of them. An introduction to an extraordinary natural phenomenon, Luminous shines a light upon how truly wondrous the world is. Luminous features: 

Brilliant & unique illustrations: The depiction of vibrant bioluminescent species against an unusual black backdrop creates an unforgettable visual experience for readers. The science of bioluminescence: Shares the real-life magic of bioluminescence with sidebars about the various places & species in which bioluminescence is found. Text can be read on two levels: Kuo's simple & poetic narrative is accompanied by scientific facts about bioluminescence.