Dash and the Lights in the Sky Awareness Tour is presented in partnership* with Ashley Key and The Children’s Book Review.
We’re delighted to launch the virtual book tour for Dash and the Lights in the Sky, a wintry, wonder-filled new release from Ashley Key.
Blending science, poetry, and Arctic enchantment, Dash and the Lights in the Sky invites young readers to follow a curious husky on a breathtaking northern adventure. When Dash spots a mysterious glow shimmering above the snow, he turns to Echo the wise owl and Nimbus the playful fox to uncover the magic and real science behind the aurora borealis.
With watercolor-inspired art, lyrical language, and a built-in Parents’ Reading Guide filled with STEM-aligned prompts, this picture book is a dazzling doorway into wonder, perfect for classrooms, homeschool explorations, and cozy winter nights.
Readers who join us on this virtual book tour have 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. Don’t miss your chance to bring home this magical blend of science and story—enter below!
Dash and the Lights in the Sky
Virtual Tour Dates
| Monday, December 1, 2025 The Children’s Book Review Tour Kick-Off for Dash and the Lights in the Sky |
| Tuesday, December 2, 2025 Crafty Moms Share Book Review of Dash and the Lights in the Sky |
| Wednesday, December 3, 2025 @avainbookland Instagram Post about Dash and the Lights in the Sky |
| Thursday, December 4, 2025 @nissa_the.bookworm Instagram Post about Dash and the Lights in the Sky |
| Friday, December 5, 2025 @FroggyReadTeach Instagram Post about Dash and the Lights in the Sky |
| Monday, December 8, 2025 Mrs Makes Reading Fun Book Review of Dash and the Lights in the Sky |
| Tuesday, December 9, 2025 Country Mamas With Kids Book Review of Dash and the Lights in the Sky |
| Wednesday, December 10, 2025 Confessions of a Book Addict Book Spotlight on Dash and the Lights in the Sky |
| Thursday, December 11, 2025 icefairy’s Treasure Chest Book Review of Dash and the Lights in the Sky |
| Friday, December 12, 2025 Deliciously Savvy Book Review of Dash and the Lights in the Sky |
| Monday, December 15, 2025 @ablueboxfullofbooks Instagram Post about Dash and the Lights in the Sky |
| Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Sybrina’s Book Blog Guest Post about Dash and the Lights in the Sky |
| Wednesday, December 17, 2025 Q&As with Deborah Kalb Author Interview with Ashley Key |
Dash and the Lights in the Sky Book Giveaway
Dash and the Lights in the Sky: Book GiveawayAbout 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.
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About the Author-Illustrator
Ashley Key has spent years helping others find their voice — both on the page and in the classroom. She has taught literacy as a HiSET instructor and worked as a contract and technical writer in the field of satellite communications, where she explored how science connects us across vast distances. Inspired by her real-life husky, Drake, and her family’s adventures under wide northern skies, Ashley blends science, art, and storytelling to spark curiosity in young readers. Through the Dash series, she hopes to nurture wonder for the natural world — one glowing aurora, snowflake, and discovery at a time.
For more information, visit dashandthelightsinthesky.com.
Thanks for following along with us on Ashley Key’s Dash and the Lights in the Sky awareness tour!
47 Comments
I would like to win this book for my grandson.
Thank you so much for entering, Donna! 💛
Your grandson sounds like he would love exploring this winter adventure — best of luck in the giveaway!
Perfect for a little boy who likes animals.
Thanks for reading and entering, Heather! ❄️
This story is full of curious animals and Arctic magic — I hope your little one enjoys it!
cute cover
Thank you! It’s inspired by my real husky!
I find cave’s interesting and would love to explore more of them. The grandchildren would enjoy the book.
We like anything stem. This sounds like a good book.
Thank you! I hope you get to read it soon!
I’d like to win this for my son, who loves dogs and science.
Perfect book for your son then! Many craft ideas in the book too!
My grandson would enjoy reading this book.
I would love to win this for the kids in the family they would so love this one they love animals so much.
This sounds like an entertaining book.
I’d love to learn more about the bioluminescent bays—how the water glows naturally at night is just unreal.
This is a cute story that my grandson would enjoy.
I think this would be a great book to read. We have been watching the different planets and northern lights recently.
This book actually covers the other planets that can see auroras!
I would love to go to the Great Wall of China.
What’s your advice for new authors?
Write the story you can’t stop thinking about. Start before you feel ready. Learn one new publishing skill each week (ISBNs, distribution, wholesale margins, etc.). Talk to real readers — librarians, parents, teachers, bookstores. Some days are slow, some emails get ignored… keep going. Kids need your story, even if they don’t know it yet. 💛📚
My grandson would love this book.
What’s your favourite word?
I’m so excited! Looks like fun!
The cover is very cute. The book appears to be wholesome and educational. 🙂
Thank you! 😊 Hope you get a chance to read it!
Love this cute book cover.
When you are world building, how do you start?
An amazing story.
On winter days, do you feel like you write more or less?
Dash reminds me a bit of my ‘dog of a lifetime’ that passed. 🙏🐺
I’m sorry for your loss! Dash is based on my once in a lifetime pup!
A very entertaining story.
Do you like wordplay?
This is a fun book for the reader.
Is this on kindle?
It is not, but it is available in hardcover, softcover, and board book. You can find the links on https://dashandthelightsinthesky.com/
Do you like writing at night or in the morning?
This sounds like a book my grandson would enjoy reading.
What is the silliest mistake you ever made whilst writing?
Jamie Martin
A very cute book and nice story.
Do you have any tips for new writers?
An adorable book cover.
Looks like fun!
An adorable pup on the cover and an entertaining story.
What time do you think is best for writing?
I would love to win this book for my grandson.