A moonbow sounds like something out of a fairytale. But in truth, it's real and stunning natural atmospheric phenomenon! Also called a lunar rainbow, a moonbow is created by light from the moon and moisture in the air. Moonbows are quite rare. That's because for a moonbow to be created, several specific conditions must occur simultaneously. Beautiful photographs and helpful diagrams accompany the educational and engaging text in this book. Fascinating fact boxes highlight key material. Readers will be wowed by this illuminating book about a weird and wonderful spectacle of nature"--