My Light
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2004 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

My Light

Written & illustrated by Molly Bang

Part of the Sunlight series

Discover how the sun's light transforms into everyday energy.

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40 pages· 473 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

Embark on a journey with the sun's rays as they transform into the energy that powers our world. Through vibrant illustrations and poetic storytelling, explore the sun's vital role in our daily lives. How does this celestial body fuel our existence? Uncover the secrets of electricity and energy resources in a captivating and accessible way, perfect for curious minds eager to understand the wonders of our universe.

From the publisher

Caldecott Honor artist Molly Bang celebrates the many wonders of the sun, with radiant words and images that illuminate the myriad ways in which the sun gives us energy and power from its light.Often taken for granted, the sun gives us more than its light. Here, acclaimed author and illustrator Molly Bang presents a celebration of the wonder and power of the sun and its radiance. With dazzling paintings and a simple poetic text, MY LIGHT follows the paths of the sun’s rays, showing the many ways in which we obtain energy from its light. As in COMMON GROUND (Giverny Award for Best Science Picture Book), Bang uses a story to explain the basic concepts behind electricity and our energy resources–a compelling and easily-accessible way to present a non-fiction subject.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
473
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
560L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
77399
Publication
Published
March 1, 2004
First published
January 1, 2004
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780439489614

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