"It is the flash which appears,
the thunderbolt will follow."
~ Voltaire
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We've been listening to a lot of Greek and Roman Mythology for kids lately, and the questions from my little backseat driver can be thought-provoking. For example: Zeus's weapon/symbol is a thunderbolt. But thunder is a noise. Lightning is something we see. Why isn't it a lightning bolt? Quick Google search reveals... we're scientifically using it wrong. The scientific community was 2,300 - 2,400 years too late in determining that light was faster than sound. By then, Zeus's "thunderbolts" were already ingrained in our stories and/or vernacular, even though what we watch him toss around in cartoons and other illustrations are, indeed, bolts of lightning. I have a theory that if you live in a part of the US that says "lightning bug" instead of "firefly" you might say "lightning bolt" instead of "thunderbolt."
Answer these questions and be entered to win a pile of free books!
- Where were you raised? (the majority of your elementary and secondary education)
- Do you say lightning bug or firefly or something else?
- Do you say lightning bolt or thunderbolt?
I'll compile the answers and let you know what our readers think next week! Science is cool. Here's more:
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This enjoyable primer will leave layreaders with a new appreciation for how far modern science has come in understanding “long-dead animals, represented now by skeletons and isolated bones. ~ PW
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This is top-drawer science writing. ~ PW
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Shattuck distills the healing power of nature into a narrative that’s a pure pleasure to wander through. Fans of Annie Dillard will find this mesmerizing. ~ PW STARRED review
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"A reasonable, readable excursion into realms of unreason—and good evidence to pay attention to dreams and hunches." ~ Kirkus STARRED review
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An engaging and compelling argument for implementing regenerative farming practices. ~ STARRED Kirkus review
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We share 80 percent of our DNA with grizzlies!
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Life on the Rocks: Building a Future for Coral Reefs by Juli Berwald
An animated narrative that conveys a timely message. ~ Kirkus
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Employing spare language and sunny, stippled multimedia spreads that belie their quiet complexity, Portis gracefully traces a sunflower’s cycle from seed to sprout to plant—and back again. It’s a volume almost as jam-packed as a seed itself. ~ STARRED PW review
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Get to the science behind questions from famous fairy tales like:
What would have been in the poisoned apple?
How could Hansel and Gretle have used a compass?
How would the Princess have felt a pea under all of those mattresses?
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Click the Adult or the Kids/YA links in the images and get the jump on tomorrow's releases today!
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Feed Your Good Wolf
(by relaxing under stress):
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Staff Picks!
This Week From Reilly:
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Rebecca Serle’s latest and quite possibly greatest novel is the perfect escape. If you are itching to travel, but are busy with work, responsibilities, or life in general, this book can fill that void! I had a blast with this book, as it was my maiden voyage into listening to audio books. It is available on Libro.fm (click for direct link and sample), and is read by the wonderful, witty Lauren Graham. Katy ultimately decides to take a leap of faith and go on the trip to Italy that was supposed to be she and her mother. Not only was this a wonderful depiction of relationships, but it put the reader right in Positano alongside Katy with wonderful descriptions of food, culture, scenery, and locals. Serle wrote, “From high up on the winding road, you can see the entirety of the town. Colorful hotels and houses sit chiseled into the rocks as if they were painted there. The entire town is built around the cove of the sea. It looks like an amphitheater, enjoying the performance of the ocean.” Travel to Italy from the comfort of your living room and keep a bowl of gelato on hand. Bookseller's orders! Click here for the full review.
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In the exciting sequel to It Happened One Summer, summer just got a whole lot spicier. The first novel followed the love story between rich heiress, Piper Bellinger and the quiet and devoted sea captain, Brendan Taggert. This one follows Piper’s down-to-earth, music obsessed, relatable younger sister Hannah. Tessa Bailey returns to Westport, where we fall in love. Hannah has always seen herself as a supporting actress, but she dreams of being the leading lady. Fox suffers intense self-doubt and imposter syndrome. When Hannah moves into his apartment for the summer, things between these “friends” heat up quickly! While this is a fun summer read, it also explores self identity, trust, and growing up. It will make you choke on your laughter, blush down to your toes, and idiotically grin at the beautiful simplicity that is love. Read It Happened One Summer before it gets made into a movie. And when you miss the cast of characters in Westport, return with Hook, Line, and Sinker! Click here for the full review.
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I stumbled upon these gold-edged gems because I'm part crow. Shiny? Yes, please! The four listedn below are here, and the Irish, Scottish, and Viking Myths and Legends are arriving in October. Thanks to Flame Tree Editions for these wonderful collections! |
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