Firenze's Light

By Jessica Collaço, Angela Li (Illustrator)

Part of the Firenze and Friends series

A firefly must decide whether to hide her light or let it shine brightly.

4.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 397 ratings

28 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Firenze, a spirited firefly, struggles with her glowing light, which makes hide-and-seek impossible. When her light unexpectedly enhances a friend's artwork, Firenze faces a choice: conceal her glow or embrace it. As she twirls on stage, she discovers the magic her light brings, creating joy and art. Will Firenze find the courage to shine? This enchanting tale of friendship and self-discovery encourages young readers to appreciate their unique qualities and navigate differences with kindness. Perfect for children ages 3-8, this story inspires self-appreciation and compassion without the shadow of bullying.

From the publisher

Follow Firenze, a feisty firefly, as she discovers the power of her light in this fun and encouraging story of friendship and self-appreciation.

Firenze’s friends love her light, but Firenze doesn’t think it’s so great. How can she when it’s nearly impossible to play a good game of hide-and-seek?!! When Firenze’s light and a new friend’s artwork unexpectedly combine, she must decide whether she will keep her light hidden or find the courage to let it shine.

“Firenze’s Light” is a beautifully illustrated picture book that sets itself apart by leaving out the bullying and shame found in more traditional children’s books. Readers will find encouraging, kind characters inspiring self-appreciation, gratitude, kindness and compassion.

While Firenze twirled on the stage, she realized how powerful her light was.

It was creating magical art, joy for her friends, and happiness in her heart.

Suddenly, Firenze felt very grateful she was a firefly.

Ideal for children ages 3-8, this is the first in a series of books that reflect gentle parenting and nurture universal values that inspire and empower kids. “Firenze’s Light” is a thoughtful gift for baptisms, baby showers, dance recitals and birthdays. Perfect for toddlers, preschool, kindergarten, first grade and second grade.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 28
Reading age: 3–7
Audience: Picture

Themes & topics

Books about being different Books about gratitude Books about being yourself Books about bugs and insects

What readers & critics say

Reviews

4.8

out of 7

4.5

“The illustrations on this one are my favorite part and they're gorgeous with a little spunk. The story about letting your unique light shine is really very cute, but it spells it out a little too plainly and literally for my taste.”

Marmee

Trusted reviewer

5.0

“I think this is a great book with wonderful messages--friends that like you for who you are, using special talents you've been giving, loving yourself, and feeling grateful for your unique qualities. Cute story and really cute illustrations, but the messages in the book are very obvious.”

B is for Bookworm

Trusted reviewer

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