{"product_id":"who-hid-the-stars-how-light-pollution-changes-our-world-9780802856517","title":"Who Hid the Stars?: How Light Pollution Changes Our World","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e⭐\"Beautiful...concise yet engaging.\" --\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eBooklist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e (STARRED REVIEW)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eA richly illustrated picture book exploring light pollution and its surprising impact on nature and wildlife.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen streetlights outshine the stars, what does that mean for plants, animals, and us? This absorbing nonfiction picture book investigates artificial light and its unexpected impact on our planet. \u003ci\u003eWho Hid the Stars? \u003c\/i\u003eexplores fascinating topics including: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow artificial light developed throughout history--from fire to LEDs \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow city lights interrupt bird migration patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow streetlights gather insects--and their predators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow turtles struggle to hatch without darkness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow plant growth changes in artificial light \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow humans can fight light pollution and stop it from harming nature! \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith lush ink, acrylic, and digital illustrations and scientifically sound, yet approachable text, \u003ci\u003eWho Hid the Stars? \u003c\/i\u003eis a memorable way to explore conservation and biodiversity. This book will ignite children's curiosity and inspire them to take care of Earth--starting by turning out the lights. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTranslated from Italian by Batchelder Award winner Sylvia Notini, \u003ci\u003eWho Hid the Stars? \u003c\/i\u003eincludes a glossary of terms, a further reading list, and a link to the authors' bibliography. The browsable book is ideal for STEAM units along with Earth Day and World Wildlife Day celebrations. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart of Eerdmans' Spectacular STEAM for Curious Readers series. The book's original edition was shortlisted for Italy's Premio Piccolo Galileo (Little Galileo Award).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Valentina Gottardi,Danio Miserocchi,Maciej Michno\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Eerdmans Books for Young Readers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/24\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 44\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.90lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.49h x 9.31w x 0.37d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780802856517\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAudience:\u003c\/b\u003e Young Adult\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e 02\/01\/2026 pg. 64\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e 03\/01\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eShelf Awareness\u003c\/i\u003e 01\/01\/0001\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e 11\/15\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDanio Miserocchi \u003c\/b\u003eis an Italian naturalist and teacher who works with museums and community organizations on conservation and biodiversity initiatives. He enjoys researching and exploring neglected species of flora and fauna in their environments. Follow Danio on Instagram @daniomiserocchi. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaciej Michno\u003c\/b\u003e earned a degree in computer science and now uses his skills to help communicate science and technology through text and images. At the Italian publisher Cocai Books, based in the city of Rovereto, he is an editor and administrative manager passionate about writing, proofreading, and all other sorts of processes. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eValentina Gottardi \u003c\/b\u003ehas pursued her dual passions of art and nature since childhood. At the Italian publisher Cocai Books, she serves as artistic director and designer for all projects, including this one. Learn more about Cocai Books on Instagram @cocaidesign. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSylvia Notini \u003c\/b\u003ehas translated over 200 titles from Italian into English. 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