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kristenremenar's review against another edition
4.0
"Brilliant" biography about two brothers who invented day-glo paint. Love reading this kind of well-written non-fiction!
hallizalli's review against another edition
4.0
An interesting biography about the Switzer brothers, who did extensive research on how fluorescent colors glow under a black light, and ultimately invented Day-Glo colors. I used highlights from this book as an intro to my Neon Glow Art program for ages K-5 at the library, and it was very well-received!
beths0103's review against another edition
5.0
Not only does this book appeal to a wide variety of readers, but it's also a great mentor text to use with kids to discuss good beginnings and endings in writing.
mallen8509's review against another edition
4.0
Do you know the Day-Glo Brothers?
If you love bright fluorescent colors, you have the Switzer brothers to thank!
Learn how Bob and Joe Switzer's invention brightened up our world!
This was a really fun book! I love how the illustrations progress from gray and white to bright fluorescent colors!
If you love bright fluorescent colors, you have the Switzer brothers to thank!
Learn how Bob and Joe Switzer's invention brightened up our world!
This was a really fun book! I love how the illustrations progress from gray and white to bright fluorescent colors!
emilybriano's review against another edition
4.0
I thought God made day glow colors, but it turns out it was two brothers. Great story of innovation and cooperation.
lindseygrant's review against another edition
4.0
Liked how they put the history in it but still made it entertaining.
lornarei's review against another edition
4.0
What a great little story -- no surprise it landed on so many "best" lists. The colors and retro look caught my eye, but the story was well-told and will appeal to kids. I especially liked, a la "Wizard of Oz" that the illustrations began in black and white and color was added in as the tale progressed. A quick, fun, educational read!
annakim's review against another edition
5.0
Fantastic book with wonderfully bright colors. How often have we walked by something so cool, without even noticing it? This book will make you realize how something that has become as common as nail polish color actually had humble and amazing origins.
mrsbond's review against another edition
4.0
Unexpected and interesting history of day-glo, those bright colors found in highlighters, safety gear, and terribly popular for clothing in the 80's. Turns out 2 brothers from Montana accidentally invented the daylight fluorescent paint. Neat to see the two very different personalities work together, approaching the problem with their unique ideas to find a solution. As expected, fantastic use of color throughout.