CANDLES - Light & Fire
How does a candle burn? Solid wax is somehow changed into light and heat. But how?
This common, everyday object is a perfect way to unpack the science behind fire and light.
Peter Willis's delightful illustrations bring humor and warmth to a scientific subject, making it kid-friendly.
Children’s book author and indie publisher Darcy Pattison writes award-winning fiction and non-fiction books for children. Her works have received starred PW, Kirkus, and BCCB reviews. Awards include the Irma Black Honor award, five NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Books, Eureka! Nonfiction Honor book, two Junior Library Guild selections, two NCTE Notable Children’s Book in Language Arts, and a 2021 Notable Social Studies Trade Books. She’s the 2007 recipient of the Arkansas Governor’s Arts Award for Individual Artist for her work in children’s literature.