Dot to Dot in the Sky – Stories of the Aurora

Reviews:Resource Links Magazine wrote:

“Clear graphic art and gorgeous photographs reinforce the readable text. Original artwork by Lorna Bennett brings the legends to life. This recommended title would make a welcome addition to any school or classroom library. Sections could be used in science, art, language arts, and social studies classes.”

Rebecca Foster on Foreword Reviews wrote:

– review excerpt: “Galat gives a thorough survey of different peoples’ beliefs about signs in the sky…This beautiful book, enhanced by Lorna Bennett’s illustrations, holds two ideas in perfect tension: the aurora is a comprehensible scientific phenomenon yet remains a mysterious force that provokes universal wonder.” Read more

Dr. Dave Williams, Canadian Astronaut wrote:

[From back cover]
Having watched the aurora from space, I’ve known the unique thrill of seeing the lights swirl over the planet. Joan Marie Galat captures the science and remarkable folklore of the aurora in Stories of the Aurora, an inspirational collection of tales that makes the reader want to experience their beauty first hand.

Bob McDonald, Science Journalist/Host of CBC’s Quirks & Quarks wrote:

[From back cover]
There are two ways to look at the Northern Lights; scientifically, as a stream of energetic particles shot out from the sun colliding with the Earth’s atmosphere, or mythologically, as a wondrous dance of spirits in the sky. Joan Marie Galat provides both in this delightful blend of science and stories from around the world, that capture the most beautiful and magical celestial show to be seen by human eyes.

James Foster, Ph.D. scientist emeritus, NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center wrote:

[From back cover]
Stories of the Aurora by Joan Marie Galat is an engaging book that delves into why auroras both amazed and frightened our ancestors. The next time you look skyward in hopes of seeing the northern or southern lights, think of the early storytellers and their lively interpretations of this natural marvel.

Linda Macdougall on ASLC Lit Picks wrote:

[Excerpt] An excellent complementary resource for Grade 6 students studying sky science; for language arts topics exploring mythology; and, for inquiring students fascinated by celestial phenomena and particularly by those dancing lights in the night sky.