
Written and illustrated by Gabriel Alborozo
Nina must choose between her fear of darkness and freeing a captured firefly.
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Nina fears the dark, but when the power fails, she captures a firefly for comfort. As its light dims, Nina faces a tough choice: keep her glowing friend or set it free. This enchanting tale explores the courage to do what's right, even when it's hard, with captivating illustrations that bring the magic of friendship to life.
Here is a magical bedtime story, sure to inspire readers with its message of friendship and kindness.
Nina is afraid of the dark. Luckily she has a nightlight, but one night the power goes out. What can Nina do to keep the shadows from creeping in? She catches a firefly to keep her company. But soon it’s clear that what works for Nina is not good for her new friend, and so Nina has to make a decision.
This is a story that celebrates the joy of doing the right thing—even when it’s not easy to do—with stunning black-and-white illustrations and fireflies represented by glowing spots of color—perfect to capture the effect of this heartwarming fantasy for the youngest child.
4.5
out of 7
“Fun, bright illustrations that may help a small child feel better in the dark.”
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