Nocturnals

“The Nocturnals” is a fun-filled chapter book series about three unlikely animals who solve unpredictable mysteries with friendship, teamwork, and humor. 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 kooky bats, the Nocturnals journey to the depths of the earth and play a wacky, high-stakes game that will determine their survival. PERFECT FOR KIDS AGES 9-12

In the “Nocturnals” second chapter book, Dawn a serious fox, Tobin a sweet pangolin, and Bismark a pint-sized sugar glider set out to investigate a sudden jolt that cracks the earth! Along the way, 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 zany owl, jittery jerboas, and a flock of birds to set a trap to uncover the truth and unite the forest! GREAT FOR READERS AGES 9-12

In the Nocturnals third chapter book, Dawn a serious fox, Tobin a sweet pangolin, and Bismark a pint-sized sugar glider wake up to a disaster! A meteor has landed in the forest, blue lights glow near the crater, and animals are strangely affected. They meet Iris the aye-aye, a mysterious primate, who warns of a moon monster invasion. But can she be trusted? It is up to the Nocturnals to uncover the real explanation and save the animals! Bonus full color illustrations at the start of each chapter. GREAT FOR READERS AGES 9-12 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. In the fourth chapter book, The Hidden Kingdom, Dawn, Tobin, and Bismark travel to a distant watering hole and strange things happen along the way. 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!

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 READERS AGES 9-12

In this adventure-filled “Nocturnals” Level 3 Early Reader, Bismark the wacky sugar glider is bored! He complains to his friends, Dawn the serious fox and Tobin the sweet pangolin. So, when Karina the kinkajou comes along, she shows the Nocturnals how to use their imaginations to cure boredom! Life Skills include Imagination and Accepting New Ideas. GREAT FOR BEGINNING READERS AGES 6—8!

In this adventure-filled “Nocturnals” Level 3 Early Reader, Dawn the serious fox, Tobin the sweet pangolin, and Bismark the wacky sugar glider are having fun playing checkers. Chandler, a sneaky chinchilla, challenges Tobin to a game. After some strange distractions, the Nocturnals suspect something is not right. Chandler is a competitive player... but could he also be a cheater? Life Skills include Good Sportsmanship, Playing Games for Fun, and Forgiveness.

In this adventure-filled “Nocturnals” Level 1 Early Reader, Dawn the serious fox is looking for her friends! Where is Tobin the sweet pangolin and Bismark the wacky sugar glider? One by one, Dawn's friends appear with a tasty snack to share. Life Skills include Problem Solving and Sharing.

In this adventure-filled “Nocturnals” Level 2 Early Reader, Bismark the wacky sugar glider thinks Tobin the sweet pangolin stole a pomelo fruit from his tree! Dawn the serious fox meets both animals as they are deciding what to do. She convinces them to share the snack, and they all become friends! Life Skills include Friendship and Sharing.

In this adventure-filled “Nocturnals” Level 2 Early Reader, Dawn the serious fox, Tobin the sweet pangolin, and Bismark the wacky sugar glider meets an unusual new animal, Penny the possum. Bismark doesn't understand her. But Penny makes friends with the Nocturnal Brigade and shows them how to be proud of their differences. Life Skills include Accepting Differences, Empathy, and Kindness.

In this adventure-filled Nocturnals Level 1 Early Reader, Bismark the wacky sugar glider and Bink the cheerful bat are playing a game who can burp the loudest! Tobin the sweet pangolin cheers for them. When Dawn the serious fox appears after hearing loud burps, Bismark and Bink blame Tobin for the noise! Dawn tells them the burps are natural and blaming others is not the best thing to do. Life Skills include Respect for Others and Honesty. NEW! Get The Nocturnals companion Grow & Read Animal Activity Book to extend the story with animal facts, coloring, drawing games, mazes, puzzles, and more! (Sold separately) GREAT FOR BEGINNING READERS AGES 4—5! Read All 8 of the Nocturnals Grow & Read Adventures, including Level 1 Early Reader The Tasty Treat. These Beginning Readers introduce Life Skills such as Problem Solving and Sharing. They all feature Dawn, a serious fox, Tobin, a sweet pangolin, and Bismark, a pint-sized sugar glider.

Learn Fun Facts & Explore Awesome Nocturnal Animal Features with The Nocturnals! Great Nonfiction Early Reader for Kids Ages 6—8. Discover nocturnal animal features and fun facts. Explore awesome athletic abilities, sensational senses, powerful protections, and more! The book includes full-color photographs of animals. Using fun facts and a narrative story from the adventurous Nocturnals characters-Dawn the fox, Tobin the pangolin, and Bismark the sugar glider-this companion book introduces readers to the nighttime animals and their habitats that inspired “The Nocturnals” early reader series.

Explore Unique Nocturnal Animal Adaptations & Fun Facts with “The Nocturnals!” Great Middle Grade Nonfiction for Kids Ages 9—12 Perfect for fans of “The Magic Tree House Fact Tracker” and “National Geographic Kids” books. Connect kids to the science in” The Nocturnals” middle grade fiction series by Tracey Hecht! Discover the special adaptations that help nocturnal animals succeed in the dark and investigate conservation efforts. The book includes over full-color photographs of animals. Using fun facts and a narrative from the adventurous Nocturnals characters-Dawn the fox, Tobin the pangolin, and Bismark the sugar glider-this companion nonfiction book explores nighttime animals in their natural habitats.

In this adventure-filled “Nocturnals” Level 3 Early Reader, Dawn the serious fox, Tobin the sweet pangolin, and Bismark the wacky sugar glider finds their friend Walter the wombat crying under a willow tree. After sharing their feelings, The Nocturnals help Walter realize a good weep can feel great, just like a good laugh! Life Skills include Empathy and Expressing Feelings and Emotions.