Parent Guide > Night Lights Have a Dark Side
Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.
This week in class, we’re reading "Night Lights Have a Dark Side" by Alison Pearce Stevens.
In the informational text "Night Lights Have a Dark Side," Alison Pearce Stevens discusses light pollution and how it affects plants, animals, and humans.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Human vs. Nature and Technology, Progress & Industry as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"Who's in control: humanity or nature?" and "What are the costs and benefits of technology?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this informational text at home:
- What was "Night Lights Have a Dark Side" about?
- What did you learn about Human vs. Nature?
- What did you learn about Technology, Progress & Industry?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: