Leo the Lightning Bug [Hardcover]

Eric Drachman (Author), James Muscarello (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 10, 2001

Leo wins our hearts and gains self-confidence in his struggle to make his very own light.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...an engaging companion...a lively, multi-voiced dramatic reading on the CD." -- Kirkus Reviews

"It’s a winsome story, with velvety pastel illustrations that are sure to make little kids smile." -- NAPRA Reviews

"Leo the Lightning Bug" is #2 on the Childrens Bestsellers list. -- The Los Angeles Times, September 9, 2001

"The artwork is distinctive...simple yet beautiful." -- The Bloomsbury Review

Benjamin Franklin Award Winner for Best Children’s Book & Audio Book -- Publishers Marketing Association

Book Sense 76 Children's Pick! -- Book Sense Fall 2002

ForeWord Magazine Book of the Year Award -- ForeWord Magazine

From the Publisher

"Leo the Lightning Bug" is a unique picture book in that the author (Eric Drachman), illustrator (James Muscarello), and graphic designer (Andrew Leman) all played an important and cooperative part in creating the look and content of the book. (Usually, publishing companies keep these creative types apart from one another and "direct" the book from the sidelines.) Eric also recorded and edited the sound on the audio CD as the illustrations were coming to life, using James' characterizations in choosing takes and making editing choices.

See all Editorial Reviews

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 3 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Kidwick Books (August 10, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0970380909
• ISBN-13: 978-0970380906
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 12 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #60,673 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #19 in Books > Books on Cassette > Children's Books

More About the Author

Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book!, February 8, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Leo the Lightning Bug (Hardcover)

"Leo the Lightning Bug" is a book that has a touching message that applies to
each and every one of us. It is one of those rare children's books that
imparts a feeling of self worth and courage. It is sensitive, funny, sad, and
exciting - without a single unengaged moment. The illustrations are
expressive and delightful. The enclosed CD is especially wonderful. The sound
effects and music are beautifully incorporated into the story. The voices,
including children's voices, make the story and its characters irrisistable.
I love this book, and every child (or adult) to whom I have shown it, also
loves it. I recommend "Leo the Lightning Bug" for everyone. It will be one
book that you listen to over and over again and will want to keep for your
grandchildren!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A totally charming book for young readers!, October 25, 2001

By 

Kathy Boswell (Beaufort, SC USA) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

This review is from: Leo the Lightning Bug (Hardcover)

This adorable book not only enraptured me but it also delighted my six-year-old daughter as well. She not only read the book herself, she also played the CD and read along with it.

Leo is just an enchanting little character who endears himself to young and old readers alike. I know I was right in there pulling for him to finally learn how to light up the night. I commiserated with him when his friends teased him and was joyful when he finally practiced until he got it right!

I highly recommend this enchanting book. It is the perfect book for parents and grandparents to read to their children and grandchildren. It is guaranteed to delight readers of all ages.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Enhanced with an accompanying audio CD, November 6, 2001

By 

Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Leo the Lightning Bug (Hardcover)

Expertly illustrated by James Muscarello, Leo The Lightning Bug is a lavish color picturebook written by Eric Drachman and enhanced with an accompanying audio CD. The CD features the author narrating Leo's story, with five-year-old Benjamin Drachman as the voice of Leo. Sound effects and page turn prompts make the CD extremely easy to follow, and the delightful story of Leo's adventures makes for excellent reading just before bedtime. Leo The Lightening Bug is a welcome addition to family, school, and community library book/CD collections for young readers.