Fireflies

If you love something, set it free... There's something magical about summer nights and fireflies, and this book will bring back memories for so many readers. In this story, a boy collects fireflies in a jar, but when he sees their lights start to dim as they grow weaker, he makes the right choice an......more

RAR April picture book reads...krb 3/29/19......more

Fireflies by Julie Brinckloe is a great example of a realistic fiction text. This story is about a little boy who goes out one summer night to collect fireflies. He is so excited to collect an entire jar and is disappointed later in the evening when he sees that the fireflies stop glowing. I think m......more

Excellent mentor text for introducing personal narrative......more

A boy catches a jar full of fireflies and is so excited and mesmerized. However, as he watches them, he sees their lights start to dim and realizes that he has to release the bugs or they will die. I enjoyed this story for many reasons. I think it is very relatable for children in this climate who c......more