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Seeking an Aurora Hardcover – Picture Book, January 19, 2021

by Elizabeth Pulford (Author), Anne Bannock (Illustrator)
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 31 ratings
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"A magical experience." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

In the quiet of the night, a child's father bundles them up and shows them the majesty of an aurora. This book is perfect for those who love Owl Moon.

A father wakes his child from sleep to beckon, "Come—we're off to find an Aurora." Through the silent frost, across fields, and up hills they climb . . . And then they wait. Together they share an unforgettable moment and the majestic splendor of the northern and southern lights.

This moving and lyrical story is paired with scientific information about the awe-inspiring northern and southern lights to further inspire readers to seek their own natural wonders. Printed on FSC-certified paper with vegetable-based inks.

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  1. Reading age
    3 - 7 years
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    1 - 2
  5. Lexile measure
    AD550L
  6. Dimensions
    9 x 0.5 x 10.75 inches
  7. Publisher
    Blue Dot Kids Press
  8. Publication date
    January 19, 2021
  9. ISBN-10
    1733121277
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1733121279
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★ “A magical experience.” —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

★ “A memorable picture book that captures an unforgettable experience.” —Booklist, Starred Review

A Cooperative Children’s Book Center Choice (CCBC Choice)

“A work of transcendence and tenderness by New Zealand author-artist duo Elizabeth Pulford and Anne Bannock, whose spare poetic prose and soulful paintings interleave to enlush an inner landscape of wonder, suspended between the creaturely and the cosmic.”—Brain Pickings

“This quietly thrilling picture book chronicles the late-night excursion of a father and child.”—Wall Street Journal

“I’ve always wanted to see the Northern Lights, and maybe one day I will, but for now I’ve this beautiful picture book… a hushed, reverent story… eloquent…with evocative phrasing.” —Julie Danielson, Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast


Praise for Finding Monkey Moon also by Elizabeth Pulford:

“It's a tribute to bedtime rituals and the occasional deviation—and a loving parent willing to say yes.”—The New York Times

About the Author

Elizabeth Pulford was born in Canada, and moved to New Zealand at the age of two. She is a celebrated author and three-time finalist for the New Zealand Post Book Awards for Children & Young Adults.

Anne Bannock is a New Zealand–based artist whose work has been sold throughout the world. She works in a range of styles and mediums, from still life to landscapes.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Blue Dot Kids Press; Illustrated edition (January 19, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1733121277
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1733121279
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD550L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 1 - 2
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 0.5 x 10.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 31 ratings

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Elizabeth Pulford

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I live in New Zealand in a small country village in the South Island, near the city of Dunedin, with my husband. I'm also a mother and grandmother.

I'm a writer who loves the past and what might have happened, hollyhocks and bluebells, coffee, mysteries, home made bread and bohemian earrings.

Besides writing for children, (award winning and over sixty publications) I enjoy writing books for woman, along with the occasional mystery murder.

When I'm not at my computer I'm out in the garden, or walking and scribbling in my head.

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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5.0 out of 5 stars A specular light show in the sky
Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2021
Late into the night a father nudges his sleeping son awake. Dad pulls on his son's jacket, woolly hat, and mittens. "We're off to find an Aurora," he said.

The two quietly sneak out on sleeping mom and new baby sister and into the cold freezing night. The stars and moon are suspended high in the sky as father and son ascend to the top of Bracken's Hill. They take a front row seat on the stoney ground and turn their attention upward. The aurora borealis concert begins! Large, colourful dancing lights glow, glimmer and swirl across the pitch black sky. It is such a magical sight that no words are spoken just silent amazement at the spectacular light show that is before them. On the way back home dad is so energized by witnessing this Aurora phenomenon that he cannot stop talking.

This story will delight all ages. The illustrations are colourful and draw you right into the adventure. They are printed on FSC- certified paper with vegetable-based inks.

This book brought back childhood memories for me. When I was little my mom would come into the bedroom and awaken her three little girls and tell us she had something very special to share. She would wrap us in warm quilts and sit us on the backyard clothesline stand. We all huddled together to watch "God's fireworks" perform their magic right before our eyes. Mom always brought a thermos of hot chocolate with her to warm us as we sat mesmerized by this incredible concert. Not only would the colours swish and sway but the aurora made crackling sounds as it danced across the sky.

There is a brief description of an Aurora at the end of the book for those who wish to dig deeper into this fascinating natural event. I love the book and highly recommend it.
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Pre-school Teacher and Grandparent
5.0 out of 5 stars BEAUTIFUL..................
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2021
This book is a wonderful way to share the magic of nature with children. The illustrations are amazing and the story has so much love and sharing between the parent and child. Not many of us will be able to experience seeing the incredible Aurora in person but this book makes you feel like you are witnessing the miracle and beauty of what nature has to offer. Books that share the beauty and magic of the natural world are so important in a child's development and appreciation of what nature has to offer.
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Alissa
5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful exploration
Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2021
This book is a beautiful exploration of a young boy and his father in search of an Aurora. Poetic imagery accompanied by soft pastel and watercolor illustrations transported me into this quiet adventure. This would be an excellent book for storytime, short and simple in text, with the mystery of the Aurora drawn out until the end. Back matter tells more about the science behind the Aurora and makes for a satisfying end to the little story.

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John Stults
3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing
Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2021
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I bought this for my three year old granddaughter and I think we were both disappointed. The illustrations were very good but the story was very, very basic. Perhaps my fault as it seems pitched at the one year old level.
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Literary Redhead
5.0 out of 5 stars Stunning!
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2021
Gorgeous art done with pastels and a simple storyline introduce young readers to the aurora winter lights. A brief end section explains the origin of these amazing displays— called the aurora borealis above the North Pole and aurora australis above the South Pole. A treat for children and adults alike!

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Thanks to the author, Blue Dot Kids Press, and NetGalley for the ARC. Opinions are mine.
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Susan MU
4.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful graphics
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2021
A big thank you to NetGalley and Publisher Spotlight/Blue Dot Kids Press for the ARC. I am voluntarily reviewing this book. This is a children's book. This book has beautiful graphics and is a nice storh. A bonding experience. the Northern lights are amazing. 4 stars
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