The Nocturnals
Autor Tracey Hecht Ilustrat de Kate Liebmanen Limba Engleză Hardback – 19 apr 2016 – vârsta până la 12 ani
Animals are disappearing without a trace—and it’s up to Dawn, a serious fox, Tobin, a sweet pangolin, and Bismark, a pint-sized sugar glider, to find out why. With the help of a gentle wombat, a jittery jerboa, a band of coyotes, and some silly bats, the Nocturnals journey to the depths of the earth and play a wacky, high-stakes game that will determine their survival.
GREAT GIFT FOR KIDS AGES 8-11
- Kids' Indie Next Winner
- Blends unusual animals and science for STEAM readers!
- Now an AR Quiz
- Full-color illustrations at the start of each chapter
- Short approachable chapters and wide margins
- Bonus Book Content: Nonfiction Animal Glossary, Author Q&A, and Book Club Questions
Turnkey Activities for Librarians & Teachers
We Are Teachers Book Report Template
Animal Mask Crafts, Bingo & Word Game Activities
Common Core Language Arts and Next Generation Science educator guides
Printables available on the book's website!
READ ALL FOUR ADVENTURES WITH THE NOCTURNALS
In the second chapter book, The Ominous Eye, Dawn a serious fox, Tobin a sweet pangolin, and Bismark a pint-sized sugar glider investigate a sudden jolt that cracks the earth! They meet a mysterious reptile, a tuatara, who claims the beast who caused the crack may strike again. But can this tuatara be trusted? The Nocturnals team up with a fun array of forest animals to uncover the truth!
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781944020002
ISBN-10: 1944020004
Pagini: 232
Ilustrații: 34 color illustrations
Dimensiuni: 139 x 211 x 32 mm
Greutate: 0.47 kg
Editura: Fabled Films Press
ISBN-10: 1944020004
Pagini: 232
Ilustrații: 34 color illustrations
Dimensiuni: 139 x 211 x 32 mm
Greutate: 0.47 kg
Editura: Fabled Films Press
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Recenzii
Selected for the Summer 2016 Kids' Indie Next List Pick!
"The Nocturnals is an enchanting story about a group of animals who band together to protect their friends and find adventure. The characters are delightful and the nighttime landscape is captivating. It was just as I expected—because the best stories always take place in the dark!"— R.L. Stine, author of Goosebumps
"A delightful adventure about the power of uncommon traits and the joys of newfound friendship."— Kirkus Reviews
“This new series documents the exploits of The Nocturnals, an unlikely trio who protect their fellow jungle denizens from all sorts of calamities—in this adventure, kidnappers…The characters are humorous and well developed, and the fast-moving plot features intrigue, unexpected twists, and the innovative hybrid hockey game. Accessible to upper elementary while sufficiently sophisticated for middle school, this new animal fantasy series should prove popular."— Booklist
“Tracey Hecht’s first novel is an appealing page-turner for middle-school readers, combining a likable cadre of unusual animal characters with fast-paced, clever dialogue and, of course, plenty of suspense.”— BookPage
"This is an adventure worth reading, filled with excitement, danger, suspense and surprise. Each chapter begins with a small illustration and the language is clear and easy to understand."— School Library Connection
“If you have an animal loving reader searching for a fun story, they won’t be disappointed by this unique tale.”— Greg Pattridge, Always in the Middle Blog
“The Nocturnals has made a "tour" through my classroom and every single reader has said the same thing, "Do you have book 2 yet?" That question alone implies huge success!” — Kelly Leger, I'd So Rather Be Reading
“...as a mom, I really appreciated the strong messages about loyalty and friendship...I think [the book] would be a great book to read not only in schools but also for book clubs.” — Julia Peterson, Booking Mama
"Author Tracey Hecht has put together a suspenseful story with delightful characters, peppering it with lots of educational insights. Learning to work together despite their many differences is a lesson that makes this book even more meaningful. Artist Kate Liebman’s creative illustrations add just the right whimsy to the animal personalities."— Sally Tibbetts, Kidsreads.com
“This adorable animal adventure will have readers laughing over Bismark's enthusiastic confidence, quickly befriending sweet Tobin, and admiring fierce Dawn. Each character is one you won't soon forget!” — Samantha Randolph, YA and Kids Book Central (YABC)
"An unforgettable nighttime adventure about friendship and teamwork. The Nocturnals is a tale of how a brave group of unlikely woodland friends come together to solve the mysterious abductions of their fellow animal friends." — Katie Bartow, Founder of Mundie Moms and Mundie Kids
"The Nocturnals is an enchanting story about a group of animals who band together to protect their friends and find adventure. The characters are delightful and the nighttime landscape is captivating. It was just as I expected—because the best stories always take place in the dark!"— R.L. Stine, author of Goosebumps
"A delightful adventure about the power of uncommon traits and the joys of newfound friendship."— Kirkus Reviews
“This new series documents the exploits of The Nocturnals, an unlikely trio who protect their fellow jungle denizens from all sorts of calamities—in this adventure, kidnappers…The characters are humorous and well developed, and the fast-moving plot features intrigue, unexpected twists, and the innovative hybrid hockey game. Accessible to upper elementary while sufficiently sophisticated for middle school, this new animal fantasy series should prove popular."— Booklist
“Tracey Hecht’s first novel is an appealing page-turner for middle-school readers, combining a likable cadre of unusual animal characters with fast-paced, clever dialogue and, of course, plenty of suspense.”— BookPage
"This is an adventure worth reading, filled with excitement, danger, suspense and surprise. Each chapter begins with a small illustration and the language is clear and easy to understand."— School Library Connection
“If you have an animal loving reader searching for a fun story, they won’t be disappointed by this unique tale.”— Greg Pattridge, Always in the Middle Blog
“The Nocturnals has made a "tour" through my classroom and every single reader has said the same thing, "Do you have book 2 yet?" That question alone implies huge success!” — Kelly Leger, I'd So Rather Be Reading
“...as a mom, I really appreciated the strong messages about loyalty and friendship...I think [the book] would be a great book to read not only in schools but also for book clubs.” — Julia Peterson, Booking Mama
"Author Tracey Hecht has put together a suspenseful story with delightful characters, peppering it with lots of educational insights. Learning to work together despite their many differences is a lesson that makes this book even more meaningful. Artist Kate Liebman’s creative illustrations add just the right whimsy to the animal personalities."— Sally Tibbetts, Kidsreads.com
“This adorable animal adventure will have readers laughing over Bismark's enthusiastic confidence, quickly befriending sweet Tobin, and admiring fierce Dawn. Each character is one you won't soon forget!” — Samantha Randolph, YA and Kids Book Central (YABC)
"An unforgettable nighttime adventure about friendship and teamwork. The Nocturnals is a tale of how a brave group of unlikely woodland friends come together to solve the mysterious abductions of their fellow animal friends." — Katie Bartow, Founder of Mundie Moms and Mundie Kids
Notă biografică
Tracey Hecht is a writer and the creative director of Fabled Films Press. She created The Nocturnals, the critically acclaimed middle-grade and early reader series. The American Booksellers Association chose her first book, The Mysterious Abductions, as a Kids’ Indie Next List pick, and her nonfiction book Nighttime Animals: Awesome Features & Surprising Adaptations received the Children’s Book Council Teacher Favorites Award in 2023. In partnership with the New York Public Library, she created a Read Aloud Writing Program that has since been conducted in hundreds of schools, libraries, and bookstores. She attends Bank Street College, where she is studying to receive a dual master’s degree in childhood general education and special education. Tracey splits her time between New York City and Oquossoc, Maine.
Kate Liebman is an artist who lives and works in New York City. She graduated from Yale University and has an MFA from Columbia University. Kate contributes to the Brooklyn Rail, and has shown her work at multiple galleries. She grew up in Santa Monica, California.
Kate Liebman is an artist who lives and works in New York City. She graduated from Yale University and has an MFA from Columbia University. Kate contributes to the Brooklyn Rail, and has shown her work at multiple galleries. She grew up in Santa Monica, California.
Descriere
The Nocturnals is hilarious new animal adventure series for middle graders that all takes place at night.