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    Fireflies
    Fireflies
    Fireflies
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    Fireflies

    By Christina Leaf

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    Fireflies are among nature’s tiniest luminaries. They are special in their ability to light up and blink at one another. Though they do not live for more than a couple months, they sure shine bright while alive! This title casts fireflies in a beautiful light for beginning readers.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherBellwether Media
    Release dateAug 1, 2017
    ISBN9781681033945
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