Copyright Date:
2019
Edition Date:
2019
Release Date:
02/05/19
Pages:
195 pages
ISBN:
1-944020-13-6
ISBN 13:
978-1-944020-13-2
Dewey:
Fic
LCCN:
2017951811
Dimensions:
21 cm.
Language:
English
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ALA Booklist
The fourth installment of this popular series finds our three heroes wn, the wise vixen leader of the Nocturnal Brigade; Tobin, the generally befuddled pangolin (spoiler alert: Tobin's in love!); and Bismark, the sugar glider who achieves ever greater heights of pretentiousness in every outing ying to solve a dire problem: Why is the forest coming alive? It's bad enough that there's a terrible drought, but now inexplicable occurrences are hampering the three brigadiers' attempts to find life-saving water. Quicksand that floats away? Chutes that drain ponds and disappear? Tumbleweeds that attack and capture victims? As in every book, our stalwart trio interact with unusual forest denizens (lyrebirds, a platypus), discover motivations behind seemingly hostile behaviors, and resolve to become more appreciative of all creatures, especially the insects that comprise the titular Hidden Kingdom. Wacky illustrations and another plot that twists and turns and teeters with cliff-hangers will keep fans enthralled. Check out the series website for extensive activities for kids and support materials for educators.
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“Wacky illustrations and another plot that twists and turns” —Booklist
In the Nocturnals fourth chapter book, Dawn a serious fox, Tobin a sweet pangolin, and Bismark a pint-sized sugar glider, travel to a distant watering hole during dry season. Along the way, strange things happen: the ground crumbles, water disappears, and huge tumbleweeds chase after them. Is the forest alive? When the animals start hearing voices, they begin to wonder: are they imagining things or is something, or someone, else responsible? Only the Nocturnals can solve this mystery and unite the forest!
GREAT FOR KIDS AGES 8-11
Blends unusual animals and science for STEAM readers!
Full-color illustrations at the start of each chapter
Short approachable chapters and wide margins. 186 pages + bonus content
Bonus Book Content: Nonfiction Animal Glossary, Author Q&A, and Book Club Questions.
Download complimentary printable activities on the book's website: animal mask crafts, bingo, word games, discussion questions, and Common Core Language Arts and Next Generation Science educator guides.
READ ALL FOUR ADVENTURES WITH THE NOCTURNALS
The Nocturnals is a critically acclaimed middle grade chapter book series following three unlikely friends—Dawn, a serious fox, Tobin, a sweet pangolin, and Bismark, a pint-sized sugar glider. Discover the friendships, teamwork, and humor as the Nocturnal Brigade solves the unpredictable mysteries of the night.
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