Dark Sky Preservation

WHAT IF NIGHT?

Astronomy, Book Reviews, Dark Sky Preservation, Science, Stargazing /

WHAT IF NIGHT? Is a wonderful way to introduce small children to the value of the dark night sky.

Paul Bogard’s book is a very gentle and soothing exploration of the importance of the night for nocturnal animals and for human health.

Children will learn many things and be delighted by the nighttime adventures of Bogard’s main characters, a little girl and her faithful canine companion.

Children will also learn simple things they can do to help preserve nighttime darkness. Highly recommended.

WHAT IF NIGHT? Read More »

SMALL HANDS CAN HELP! MINNESOTA

Book Reviews, Dark Sky Preservation, Science /

SMALL HANDS CAN HELP! MINNESOTA is a treasure for those wanting to “…bring families outdoors and foster a love of all things Earth friendly “.
The natural world in Minnesota is explored in this book through eight “indicator species “whose presence or absence gives valuable information on the health of Minnesota’s ecosystem.
The book presents a wealth of information in multiple ways — through detailed information, poetry, QR codes, beautiful artwork and graphics. Highly recommended for the entire family.

SMALL HANDS CAN HELP! MINNESOTA Read More »

Millie Fleur Saves the Night

Book Reviews, Dark Sky Preservation, Stargazing /

MILLIE FLEUR SAVES THE NIGHT by Christy Mandin is a delightful, beautifully illustrated story teaching the importance of the dark night.

Millie Fleur loves the Dark. She is upset that the citizens of Garden Glen where she lives are afraid of the dark. Town lights are blazing from dusk to dawn.

Milly sets about to help people understand at the dark is not dangerous. “you just need to get to know her,” Millie says.

Millie introduces the children of Garden Glen to her gorgeous, perfumed night garden, urging them to be brave and turn off their lanterns.

The children get to know many night, creatures and learn that “…there were things dark could share that couldn’t be found in the light”.

This is a wonderful book to teach children about the importance of eliminating light pollution and enjoying the wondrous dark night.

Millie Fleur Saves the Night Read More »