Alight: A Story of Fire and Nature

(Hardback)

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Age range 6 to 9

Fire is a natural part of the Australian bush. This is a story about that relationship fire that breathes life back into nature.

Alight shares the story of Australian native plants and animals during a planned fire. Discover how the fire helps Christmas Bells grow new flowers and Wallum Banksia to open its woody seed capsules. Follow Antechinus and a tiny Wallum Sedge Frog as they face the danger of the fire and the challenges that come after. See how the bush recovers and flourishes after the fire, all under the watch of Old Eucalypt.

With engaging text by Sam Lloyd, and stunning illustrations by Samantha Metcalfe, Alight is a gentle exploration of the importance and benefits of healthy fire in the bush.

Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 6 to 9.

Author Bio

Dr Sam Lloyd is a scientist, fire ecologist and writer with a passion for the Australian bush and childrens literature. Through storytelling, art and a love of books, Sam strives to engage children in the world of science and nature. Sam lives in Brisbane with her husband, children, dog and some chooks. Samantha Metcalfe is a Natural History Illustrator who finds inspiration in the unique biodiversity of the Australian bush. Working primarily in colour pencil, her realistic and detailed illustrations often focus on capturing Australias native flora and fauna. Samantha has illustrated several childrens picture books including The Voyage of Whale and Calf (CSIRO Publishing, 2022), and was also shortlisted for the 2019 Childrens Book Council of Australia Award for New Illustrator.