About the Book Let yourself be dazzled by creatures around the world in this brilliant nonfiction picture book about iridescence. Book Synopsis Let yourself be dazzled by creatures around the world in this brilliant nonfiction picture book about iridescence. Have you ever noticed the rainbow-like shimmer on certain bird feathers, insect bodies and animal scales? This effect, called iridescence, changes depending on the angle from which its viewed, and animals across the globe use the effect to both blend in and stand out. In playful rhyming couplets, Time to Shine takes a closer look at these creatures and their sparkly clothes, from the mallard ducks shining green flying cap, which allows the birds to coordinate flight movements, to the reed frogs heat reflecting vest, to the hummingbirds sequinned costume, which helps to attract a mate. A secondary level of prose text on each spread gives further context for each animals particular environment and adaptation. Light seems to dance off of the books vibrant pages, with illustrations that bring us up close and personal with animals both exotic and familiar to young readers. An authors note provides additional information about the science of iridescence. Key Text Features authors note bibliography definitions explanation facts further information illustrations Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.5 Explain major differences between books that tell stories and books that give information, drawing on a wide reading of a range of text types. Review Quotes [The] illustrations are memorable and eye-catching. -- Winnipeg Free Press Youll be dazzled by the flash of feathers, scales, shells and skin ... A most appealing addition to STEAM resources. -- CM: Canadian Review of Materials A fun nonfiction picture book about animals and their unique features that can be enjoyed by all. -- Kirkus Reviews The combination of arresting visuals and engaging rhymes make this an ideal introduction to a shimmering subject. -- Booklist