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A story that helps readers learn about respecting nature, without sacrificing storytime!

Lilly and Leo love to catch fireflies and salamanders and can't wait to bring their glowing nature finds to school the next day—but the bright critters slowly lose their glow. With Grandma's words of wisdom, the children observe the free-flying Luna moth and learn about respect for the freedom of the beautiful natural life surrounding them.

Blink and Glow

Raven Howell

Ann Pilicer

"Raven Howell's story wraps fun, innocence, science, and empathy into one story...Ann Pilicer's lovely illustrations will capture children's attention, and she did a wonderful job of creating the bioluminescent effects in Blink and Glow."

Reader's Favorite 5-Star Review

"Blink and Glow is a fun-filled picture book with a gentle message about environment and wildlife conservation. In a few pages, author Raven Howell has built an immensely imaginative world filled with a vibrant ecosystem, and you can't help but immerse yourself in this wondrous setting. "

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In addition to supporting reforestation efforts across North America, a portion of the sales from this book will go to support :

Reading Is Fundamental of Southern California

Book Information:


  • ISBN: 978-1-7382193-3-9

  • Page Count: 40

  • Genre: Informational Fiction

  • Date Published: July 15th, 2024

  • Themes: Nature, Wildlife

  • Book Size: 8.5 x 8.5

  • Price (CAD): 21.99

  • Binding Type: Hardcover

  • Language(s): English

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Other 5-Star Reviews


"What a fantastic book! The book focuses on how a brother and sister learn that caring for nature can start with even the smallest creatures! Illustrations are so colourful and vibrant!" — Amazon Customer



"What a wonderful book. It was so enriching to read this with my kids and a perfect educational piece about how to treat animals and insects. It was perfect."—Amazon Customer



"Loved the illustrations and the message of caring for everything in nature. Great topic for children to learn, given the state of the world." T.P



"My 2yo&5yo both agree that every part was their favorite and they can't wait to try the crafts that are in the story too!" —Charlotte



"The way Raven demonstrated simplicity in her choice of words makes the book all the more suitable for her target audience. Just when I thought I had seen it all, I noticed an extra page that contains an engaging activity for kids. This activity which involves participation would in no little way stir up anticipation in children, making them eager to know the contents of the book, and thereby keeping them occupied and happy. Blink and Glow would make for an excellent fun time story, and would serve equally well as a bedtime story. I loved it!"—Gamaliel E. 



"The messaging is incredibly relatable.....who hasn't caught small creatures as a child? The illustrations are stunning! They highlight how wonderous and magical nature can be. The lesson is taught in a heartwarming thought-provoking way. Instead of being told what to do the children are allowed to choose." —Bailey



"Blink and Glow is a charming book filled with bright, beautiful pictures and important thoughts about respecting wildlife and nature. I especially appreciate that the children, Leo and Lilly, are wisely guided rather than forced to make their choices. Also, there’s a fun craft at the end of the story!"—Marcia

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