Dot to Dot in the Sky: Stories of the Aurora

High above Earth, glowing bands of color dance, shimmer, and soar across the night sky. Whether you know them as the northern or southern lights, auroras are one of nature’s most dazzling spectacles. It’s hard not to marvel—why do they exist? Joan Marie Galat explores the answer in this addition to the Dot to Dot in the Sky series, revealing the incredible cosmic circumstances that lead to such brilliant displays of light.

Find out what happens when solar winds strike the Earth’s atmosphere and electrical and magnetic forces react together. Then go back in time to discover how ancient cultures explained the mysterious lights. Meet a Norse frost giant that refuses to marry, a chief who follows his son across the Milky Way, and a seven-headed monster yet to lose a fight. From celestial fires to dancing spirits, auroras have taken many meanings over time. These rich tales, with stunning illustrations and full-colour photographs, are the perfect way to discover this spectacular phenomenon for yourself.

• Ages 9-13
• Winner, Crystal Kite Award – Canada, Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), 2017
• Skipping Stones Award, 2017
• Second Place, Outdoor Writers of Canada Award, 2017
• Honorable Mention, Canadian Authors Association Exporting Alberta Award, 2017
• Shortlisted, Hackmatack Children’s Choice Book Award in Atlantic Canada (2017/18)
• Shortlisted, Red Cedar Children’s Choice Book Award, British Columbia (2017/18)

“[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.” —Bob McDonald, Science Journalist/Host of CBC’s Quirks & Quarks

Watch the book trailer.