Book Review of Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Bug
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Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Bug
Written by Michelle Chance
Illustrated by Nadia Ronquillo
Ages: 4+ | 30 Pages
Publisher: Pixie Dust Publishing (2024) | ISBN: 9798990023536
What to Expect: Nature, science, bioluminescence, adventure, and discovery.
In this simple, entertaining picture book, magic and adventure mingle with STEM to ignite a spark of scientific curiosity in young readers, fostering an interest in the amazing science of the natural world.
Pippa the Pixie and Viktor the Viking aren’t just regular (fairy/warrior) kids—they’re scientists who use the power of observation to make amazing discoveries about the natural world around them. One night, after playing in the forest too late, they notice something curious – insects that glow in the dark! Pippa, who happens to be a science fairy, explains that the insects are displaying something called bioluminescence—their own, naturally produced light. With the help of the bioluminescent fireflies, Pippa and Viktor are able to find their way home in the dark, meeting other bioluminescent creatures on their way and learning all about why and how different creatures produce their own light. All in all, it’s a magical walk home!
Pippa and Vikor are both curious and observant, modeling good scientific mindsets for readers. Their nighttime adventure delivers a wealth of factual information about the biology of bioluminescence. The digital illustrations help make this natural phenomenon feel magical, while a simple, safe experiment at the end of the story will help young readers create their own glow-in-the-dark light show. The book’s simple vocabulary and sentence structure ensure that all young readers can easily understand and enjoy the story.
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Bug is a captivating story that introduces very young readers to the magic of science.
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About the Author
Michelle Chance is a children’s book author who loves to weave magic and learning into her stories. Inspired by her children’s endless curiosity and fascination with the world around them, she created the “Viktor the Viking and Pippa the Pixie” series to foster a love of STEM in young readers. When she’s not writing, Michelle can be found exploring the outdoors with her family, searching for hidden treasures in tide pools, or gazing at the stars. In her “other life,” she’s an executive engineering leader, building technology products and empowering engineers on her teams. She believes every day holds the potential for adventure and discovery, whether in the pages of a book or the world of technology.
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