“With a flutter and a whoosh, she spread her wings and soared”
I wouldn‘t use this in a lesson I would have it for fun in my class
Soar High, Dragonfly | 
pickI really liked the themes of this book and how pretty the illustrations are. It‘s an important story for kids
“From the pond‘s quiet depths, to the sky‘s endless blue, the dragonfly rises, graceful and true.”
Soar High, Dragonfly by Sheri Mabry is an enchanting and educational picture book that tells the story of a dragonfly‘s life cycle. With lyrical text and stunning illustrations, Mabry captures the beauty and wonder of nature‘s transformation. This book is ideal for children curious about insects and the natural world, offering a captivating blend of learning and storytelling.
pickSoar High, Dragonfly by Sheri Bestor is a captivating, poetic exploration of the life of a dragonfly. Through lyrical language and vivid imagery, Mabry takes readers on a journey from the dragonfly's early stages as a nymph to its flight into the sky as an adult. The book‘s gentle, rhythmic text is complemented by beautiful illustrations that highlight the dragonfly‘s delicate beauty and its role in the ecosystem.
pickThe themes of growth, courage, and self-discovery are woven seamlessly into the narrative, making it a perfect story for young children who are navigating their own challenges. Bestor‘s storytelling is both accessible and poignant, offering an emotional connection that encourages children to face their fears and embrace new beginnings with confidence.
illustrated picture book that follows a young dragonfly as it faces the challenge of flying for the first time.
This book has different components on each page to help readers improve. At the top it has a story that goes along with the illustration, then there are bolded words that show repetition or alliteration, then on the bottom there is a longer paragraph about dragonflies. Different things for different grades to enjoy!
pickSoar High, Dragonfly! follows the life of a dragonfly, how they are born and their life cycle. The illustrations are simple and look like paper cut outs or collage on each page. It gives developmentally appropriate information in a way that would be easy for early childhood students to understand
pickThis book follows a dragonfly and their lifecycle. However, this is done in a fun way with drawings instead of realistic pictures, and creates a story for the dragonfly rather than just listing facts. However, there are still facts presented throughout the book, but the other text is simple and easy to read. Overall, the book puts a twist on non fiction books about animals or insects. Favorite quote, “To find warmer days... And to start again.“
