The Nocturnals Explore Unique Adaptations of Nighttime Animals: Nonfiction Chapter Book Companion to The Mysterious Abductions Paperback – November 29, 2022

First of all, I’d just like to say: quality, quality, quality: the latest addition to the Nocturnals non-fiction lineup is quality in every way. This book has some stellar nature photography, and even the glossy paper feels nice!! This non-fiction for middle-grade readers dives into nocturnal animal knowledge and introduces science concepts for upper elementary kids that are becoming more familiar with earth science and biology. Readers of the fun middle-grade chapter books will enjoy the little nods to the fiction source material throughout the book that are sure to keep kids interested (read the chapter books- they’re great)!

Parents and grandparents, prepare yourselves for the thousands of questions your children will have as they want to learn more about the animals mentioned, the geography of the countries where the animals live, and even how the continents were made.This book has short chapters full of facts and photos on 15 animals, including: pangolin, bandicoot, woylie, tuatara, aya-aye, and jerboa. You’ve never heard of any of these animals? Neither had I until I read this interesting book. Several pages are dedicated to each animal, describing their physical appearance, food, sleeping, and babies. It helps teach children about the “circle of life” in a gentle manner, and introduces them to climate change and loss of habitat that affects animals. The book includes a glossary with a photo with a short description of their characteristics and a glossary that explains certain words which have been highlighted throughout the book. Finally, there are research tips for anyone who wants to learn more about these or other animals.Hidden Gems Books sent me this book for free and I am voluntarily leaving this honest review. The book is written for 9-12 years old children, but I think younger and older children will also be fascinated; I know that I certainly was.

This middle-grade nonfiction book (ages 9-12) focuses on 15 nocturnal animals. Each animal has several pages of facts, interesting details, and pictures. The facts are very detailed and intriguing. The pictures are clear, colorful, and help to illustrate the features of the animals as well as the variations of each animal.The end of the book contains a glossary as well as activities and further resources. There is also a website you can visit to find out more information and activities. It was there I learned that this is a companion book to a 4 fiction chapter book series about 3 animals who work together to solve animal mysteries in the wild. I have not read them, but the three characters in these books help to narrate this nonfiction book.I found this book to be very interesting. I really enjoyed the facts I learned. I liked the animals the author chose to highlight in this book.

This easily accessible, quality chapter book about unique nighttime animals is a wonderful addition to The Nocturnals series. Middle-grade readers will find over 150 color photos, short text, and fun facts packed inside the covers. This book is for anyone that loves animals and would like to learn about some lesser-known creatures. The narrative of the Nocturnal characters adds an entertaining element to the text.This descriptive, detailed chapter book with added glossary and science resources would be a great addition to any library or home shelf.

"Embracing curiosity and seeking answers is the key to learning."This part-story, part-information book is a fascinating way to learn more about nocturnal animals. It brings back some of the animal characters that we have seen in previous books by Tracey Hecht. It has adorable illustrations, and it is wildly informative in an engaging and memorable way. Colourful, vibrant and fun, The Nocturnals Nighttime Animals is filled with interesting facts and beautiful pictures about the lives of nocturnal creatures.

This chapter book is packed full of interesting information that I can see many middle-aged elementary students would enjoy. On top of that the pictures and illustrations of the creatures are a bonus companion to those facts. The book does not try to dumb things down for readers. It would make a good addition to a student’s personal library or an educator’s classroom library.

Interesting format for a mostly non-fiction book for grades 3-5 to read on their own and for interested younger learners to read with a caregiver. Three nocturnal animals, a red fox, a pangolin, and a sugar glider, begin their nightly foray into their habitat, sharing information along the way in short bursts. Those short sections of anywhere from a paragraph or two to a page and a half are clearly fictional and have cartoonish sketches of each creature along with their “story.” Non-fiction information follows and include photographs of many nocturnal animals, a few maps of their locations, and great descriptions. Back matter includes a pictorial glossary and an index. Icons for special features are defined at the beginning of the book and are used throughout the text. This non-fiction book is paired with several fiction novels featuring mysteries and adventures of the 3 nocturnal friends.

My kid's absolutely love to learn more about animals so this book was perfect. They loved how some of the animals we didn't know about and were able to learn about a completely new animal. Great facts!I am voluntarily reviewing this book after having received a free copy.