Blog Tour and Giveaway: Dash and the Lights in the Sky

 

This morning, I woke up to a chilly 10 degrees here in Pennsylvania. While it isn't the Arctic, it sure felt like it! However, my part-Husky pup, Kira, wasn’t bothered by the cold at all. When I heard about a new picture book featuring the beauty of winter, a husky, and the spectacular northern lights, I knew I had to check it out. I'm excited to share with you all today Dash and the Lights in the Sky by Ashley Key. This new picture book is perfect for sharing with the little ones in your life as winter approaches, and it includes all the STEM learning elements that spark curiosity.

 

Learn More About the Book:

 

Dash and the Lights in the Sky

Written and illustrated by Ashley Key

Ages: 0-8 | 50 Pages (hardcover and softcover) 25 Pages (board book)

Publisher:  Adventure Press (2025) | ISBN: 979-8993318646

 

Publisher’s Book Summary: "Dash and the Lights in the Sky is a poetic children’s book that combines storytelling, science, and Arctic wonder. One wintry night, Dash the husky looks up at a strange glow dancing across the sky. With the help of Echo the wise owl and Nimbus the playful Arctic fox, he discovers the science of the aurora borealis-the northern lights. This lyrical narrative blends advanced vocabulary with a sing-song rhythm, inviting children to explore concepts such as atmosphere, particles, and magnetism in an accessible way. Designed for ages 0-8, the book encourages curiosity and sparks early STEM learning while preserving the magic of a bedtime story.

The watercolor-inspired illustrations create a dreamy, Arctic setting, while the built-in Parents’ Reading Guide provides vocabulary support, discussion prompts, and NGSS-aligned extension activities. Ideal for classrooms, homeschool lessons, or cozy family reading, Dash and the Lights in the Sky helps children connect wonder with science-and shows that even the sky holds secrets waiting to be discovered."

You can purchase your own copy of Dash and the Lights in the Sky at Bookshop, Barnes and Noble, and Amazon. You can learn more about Ashley Key by visiting her website.

 

The Giveaway:

I've partnered with Ashley Key to host a fantastic giveaway. Enter for the chance to win one of seven signed copies of Dash and the Lights in the Sky: two hardcover editions and five board books. One grand prize winner will also receive a beautifully curated craft box paired with a signed hardcover copy of the book. Good luck!  

Dash and the Lights in the Sky: Book Giveaway