Children’s / Teenage fiction: Nature and animal stories

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Book SynopsisThe bestselling creators of the hilarious Penguin Problems, Jory John and Lane Smith, turn a giraffe''s problematic long neck into an enviable advantage in this fun board book. Edward the giraffe can''t understand why his neck is as long and bendy and, well, ridiculous as it is. No other animal has a neck this absurd. He''s tried disguising it, dressing it up, strategically hiding behind bushes--honestly, anything you can think of. Just when he has exhausted his neck-hiding options and is about to give up, Cyrus the turtle ambles in (very slowly) and helps Edward understand that his neck has a purpose and, besides, looks excellent in a bow tie.  Along with a heavy dose of humor comes a gentle reminder about the importance of acceptance.Trade Review★ "This book will appeal to older preschoolers as well as elementary school kids, and would lend itself perfectly to dramatic interpretation or an art lesson in sponge or block printing."—School Library Journal, starred review★ "Never one to let an opportunity for caricature go to waste, Smith stretches Edward’s neck to comical length... That it’s just right for a giraffe is a notion that Edward, not to mention young readers with self-consciousness issues of their own, will have no trouble swallowing."—Booklist, starred review★ "Lighthearted palaver by John (The Bad Seed) flows effortlessly, and the pair’s courtly manners (“That means a great deal to me, Edward”) are sure to garner laughs as their shared dismay rings true."—Publishers Weekly, starred review “With this and Penguin Problems, John is clearly setting out to catalogue animal angst continent by continent, and audiences won’t want to miss the trip.” —The Bulletin “Eye-catching and expressive.” —Kirkus Reviews “Readers are afforded caring models for self-accep­tance and unconditional friendship.” —The Horn Book

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Book SynopsisGet ready for bed with a storybook featuring the characters from Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol!Even heroes like Chase, Marshall, Skye, and the rest of Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol need to get ready for bed. Parents and children can read along with this full-color hardcover storybook as the pups and their friends bathe, brush their teeth, and read bedtime stories. It's the perfect way for sleepy boys and girls ages 2 to 5 to finish their day.

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Book SynopsisA board book based on Horton Hears a Who! for Dr. Seuss's youngest fans--perfect for showing the rewards of being kind!Horton the Elephant describes how life in the Jungle of Nool has changed for the better since he heard--and saved--the tiny Whos in this sweet, sturdy board book based on Horton Hears a Who! Written in simple rhymed verse and aimed at toddlers and preschoolers, it's a perfect introduction to one of Dr. Seuss's most beloved characters and happiest stories. Now everyone in the family--even pre-readers--can share in the joy when Horton's kindness and perseverance saves the Whos and inspires his jungle friends to change their ways! Fans of I Am Horton will want to check out these other super-simple board book introductions to classic Dr. Seuss characters: I Am Sam-I-Am; I Am the Lorax; I Am Max; and I Am Cindy-lou Who!

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Book SynopsisNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Inspired by the real-life rainbow-colored Mandarin Duck who appeared in New York’s Central Park in 2018, this modern fable by Bette Midler celebrates the connections people make with each other and the world around them.    How do you get people to appreciate what is right in front of them? In The Tale of the Mandarin Duck, it takes a mysterious, beautiful duck and a clear-eyed kid to point out the obvious! Bette Midler’s distinctive voice joins striking photos of the real duck by Michiko Kakutani and charming black-and-white drawings by Joana Avillez. This book will have readers of all ages coming back to visit the fantastical interpretation of New York City and its odd ducks—both feathered and human.    An afterword by Ms. Kakutani adds details to the facts behind this one-of-a-kind story of the Mandarin Duck.

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Book SynopsisThe friendship of a goldfish and a mouse is in jeopardy when three not-so-friendly felines want to play too. This gorgeously illustrated picture book reminds us of the importance of bravery and friendship.A goldfish and a mouse become fast friends as they play in and around the goldfish''s bowl. But when three cats crash the party and terrify the poor goldfish, the brave little mouse gets an idea. She leads the three black cats on a wild and epic chase up and down and over and around until they find themselves surrounded by absolutely irresistible food in the pantry. The cats gorge themselves so much that they fall into a deep sleep, but the mouse knows they won''t sleep forever. So the brave little mouse gets another idea to keep the goldfish out of harm''s way for good! This is a heartwarming story with a simple text and gorgeous illustrations about the lengths one brave mouse will go to in order to save her friend.

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Book SynopsisPerfect for Halloween! The New York Times bestselling read-aloud about a little ghost who goes on a nighttime hunt to find her lost boo!. Perfect for fans of Five Little Pumpkins, Room on a Broom, and How to Catch a Monster!Little Ghost went out in the middle of the night and flew up to someone to give them a fright.She opened her mouth--but her BOO wasn't there! All that came out was a rush of cold air.I've lost my BOO! I've lost my BOO! Where has it gone? What will I do?Poor Little Ghost has lost her scary BOO, so she sets out on a nighttime hunt to find it. She searches high and low, but it's nowhere to be found! Will she ever find her lost BOO? With bold and gorgeous art accompanied by bouncy, rhyming text, The Little Ghost Who Lost Her Boo is a charming, not-so-spooky read aloud perfect for Halloween or any time of year!Praise

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Book SynopsisWhen his sugary dreams don't go according to plan, Oliver learns that the wide world around him might just be the sweetest thing of all.Oliver finds the perfect lollipop on his birthday trip to the zoo, and it's all he can think about! Forget riding the carousel--he might drop his precious treat. No point roaring at the lions with his brother or engaging with any of the animals. After all, who needs the peacocks' beautiful feathers or the flamingoes' brilliant hues when there's a colorful swirly lollipop to admire?But when one particular zoo animal threatens to ruin the fun, Oliver learns that there's plenty more to see than the candy he'd been coveting. And sharing the day--and his sweets--with his brother might just be the most special treat of all. Praise for Oliver's Lollipop: Vivid, bright paintings illuminate the well-told narrative centering a child’s singular fixation, disappointment, and family warmth.

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Book SynopsisHugo has one goal - to conquer the Impossible Thing.At the edge of the forest stood the Impossible Thing. All the animals in the forest often wondered what was beyond the Impossible Thing, but since everyone said getting through it would be impossible, no animal ever tried. Until a brave little dog named Hugo decides he just might be up to the challenge. With determination and some unexpected help from his friends, Hugo learns that what may seem impossible might just be possible after all.

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Book SynopsisThis gorgeous little board book from The Very Hungry Caterpillar is the perfect way to say Merry Christmas!Follow the trail for a snowy adventure with The Very Hungry Caterpillar! With flaps to lift, die-cut paths to explore, delightful rhyming text, and Eric Carle's beloved illustrations, this festive board book is the perfect holiday present. Polar bears, penguins, Santa Claus, and his reindeer are all excited to meet The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Join along in all the fun this winter season!

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Book SynopsisSpiders with personality use their webs to demonstrate opposites in this clever concept board book.Sixteens pairs of opposite words are presented with wit, whimsy, and webs. Familiar opposites like day and night are presented alongside more unexpected pairs like visible and invisible, proving that there's no web these silly spiders can't spin! Young readers will stretch both their imaginations and vocabularies as they laugh along with our eight-eyed, eight-legged friends.Trade Review"Charming illustrations breathe new life into a familiar theme and spin a delightful, original tale." -- Kirkus

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Book SynopsisApplaud for KLAWDE. Two paws up!--Dav Pilkey, creator of the Dog Man series.Funny, savage, and brilliant, Klawde is the pet I wish I had.--Max Brallier, author of the New York Times Best Seller The Last Kids on EarthKlawde is not your average cat. He's an emperor from another planet, exiled to Earth. He's cruel. He's cunning. He's brilliant... and he's about to become Raj Banerjee's best friend. Whether he likes it or not.Klawde had everything. Sharp claws. Fine fur. And, being the High Commander of the planet Lyttyrboks, an entire world of warlike cats at his command. But when he is stripped of his feline throne, he is sentenced to the worst possible punishment: exile to a small planet in a quiet corner of the universe... named Earth. Raj had everything. A cool apartment in Brooklyn. Three friends who lived in his building. And pizza and comics within walking distance. But when his mom gets a job in Elba, Oregon, and he is forced to move, all of that changes. It's now the beginning of summer, he has no friends, and because of his mother's urgings, he has joined a nature camp.It's only when his doorbell rings and he meets a furball of a cat that Raj begins to think maybe his luck is turning around... Heavily illustrated, with a hilarious, biting voice that switches between Raj and Klawde's perspectives, this is the story of an unlikely friendship that emerges as two fish out of water begin to find their footing in strange new worlds.

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Book SynopsisApplaud for KLAWDE. Two paws up!--Dav Pilkey, creator of the Dog Man series.Funny, savage, and brilliant, Klawde is the pet I wish I had.--Max Brallier, author of the New York Times Best Seller The Last Kids on EarthKlawde is not your basic cat. He''s an emperor from another planet, exiled to Earth. He''s cruel. He''s cunning. He''s brilliant... and he''s also Raj Banerjee''s best friend.Klawde and Raj are back! As summer turns to fall, our favorite warlord cat remains in his pitiful exiled existence. But Raj has an even scarier prospect than cosmic exile: starting at a new school. And if things didn''t seem complicated enough, both cat and human are confronted with two figures from their past they did not expect to pop up in Elba, Oregon...Heavily illustrated, with a hilarious, biting voice that switches between Raj''s and Klawde''s perspectives, this is the story of an unlikely friendship that emerges a

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Book SynopsisChapter book readers'' favorite kitten mermaids meet a grr-maid (a puppy mermaid) in this 10th book in the series that''s perfect for fans of Magic Kitten, Unicorn Academy, and more!A new student is coming to visit Sea School! The purrmaids are excited to make a new friend. But they''re even more excited when they find out the student is a grrr-maid--half puppy, half mermaid. It''s paw-some to make new friends from other parts of the ocean. But will jealousy between the purrmaids ruin all the fun? The adorable mermaid-kittens in this chapter book series will have readers paw-sitively hooked from page one!

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Book SynopsisChildren can turn the peek-through pages to help the little critters find their mommies -- a perfect bedtime read-along!Little critters such as a butterfly, snail, and ladybug tell readers what they love about their mommies. As children turn the peek-through pages, they''ll help each baby find their mommy! Filled with gorgeous artwork that camouflages the moms, the pages are die-cut so that the found mom is a raised piece that kids can touch. When the page is turned, the piece fits into a scooped cutout on the opposite page. With sweet, rhyming text that details what the babies love about their mommies, this is an ideal read-aloud for Mother''s Day, as well as a great gift for baby showers and first birthdays.

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Book SynopsisChildren can turn the peek-through pages to help the little critters find their daddies, a perfect book for Father's Day!Baby sea creatures including a clownfish, a starfish, and a crab tell readers what they love about their daddies. As children turn the peek-through pages, they'll help each baby find their daddy! Filled with gorgeous artwork that camouflages the dads, the pages are die-cut so that the found dad is a raised piece that kids can touch. When the page is turned, the piece fits into a scooped cutout on the opposite page. With sweet, rhyming text that details what the babies love about their daddies, this is an ideal read-aloud for Father's Day, as well as a great gift for baby showers and first birthdays.

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Book SynopsisScaredy Squirrel is exactly the character children need today--a little bit anxious, a lot adorable, and totally lovable.  They will laugh along in this new picture book as Scaredy learns to brave the doctor for his regular check-up!Scaredy exercises, eats healthy foods, and stays very, very safe.  But even healthy squirrels need to get a regular check up! Going to the vet can be scaaary, especially if you're Scaredy.As young listeners see Scaredy face his fears in the silliest of ways, they gain perspective and courage, empowering them to tackle their own worries with a big smile.

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Book SynopsisRace to the rescue with Marshall and the rest of Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol in this shaped board book!When a friend needs help, Marshall is always ready to jump into his fire truck and lend a helping paw. Girls and boys ages 0 to 3 who love Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol will enjoy this sturdy, shaped board book about their favorite daring Dalmatian. It's perfect for bedtime, or anytime.

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Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated, rollicking read-aloud about forest animals who are caught—literally up to their ears and antlers—in a snowstorm.On Monday, it starts to snow.Silent swirling.How high will it go? Follow seven forest creatures, from a tiny mouse to a giant moose, as they hunker down in a snowstorm. As the week progresses, the snow piles up and up--even past Moose''s antlers! On Sunday, the sun starts to melt the snow, and it seems that, as the next week passes and it grows sunnier, spring has finally sprung. But wait...is that more snow?! This cumulative picture book is at once beautiful and lyrical and playful and joyful, with charming illustrations by a highly acclaimed illustrator.

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Book SynopsisThe hardcover complete retelling of Jurassic World Dominion, which roars into theaters June 10, 2022! Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment's Jurassic World Dominion releases in theaters on June 10, 2022, bringing with it all the wonder, adventure, and thrills of one of the most popular and successful franchises in cinema history. This all-new motion picture event sees the return of favorite characters such as Owen Grady, Claire Dearing, Alan Grant, and Dr. Ian Malcolm as well as the dinosaurs, and prehistoric creatures everyone loves, including Blue; Tyrannosaurus rex; and the Mosasaurus! Jurassic World Dominion: The Deluxe Junior Novelization retells whole the exciting adventure and features an eight-pages full-color insert plus a pull-out poster!

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Book SynopsisTwo hamster roommates with wildly different personalities crammed in one cage--what could go wrong in this hilarious story about introverts versus extroverts?It's been two hundred and five days since Henry has had peace. That's because it's been two hundred and five days since Marvin has come to live with him. Marvin, who loves to talk in the tunnels, talk while they're eating, talk while they're running. Marvin, who drives Henry up the cage walls. But when Henry finally loses his cool and gets exactly what he wanted, both hamsters have to figure out a way to live together and work through their communication mishaps.Trade Review★ "Funny, cleverly building dialogue by Klein . . . Debut illustrator Alwar creates two highly and equally expressive rodent protagonists . . . readers should get a tickle out of how the freewheeling digital compositions open up the tiny world of the hamster cage in unexpected ways." —Publishers Weekly, starred review"Klein’s pithy storytelling both thoughtfully conveys the introvert-extrovert divide and gently teaches the art of apology. Alwar’s watercolor-textured digital illustrations are funny, expressive, and emotive, with a combination of spot and spread illustrations moving the story along . . . Whether for hamsters or humans, a lighthearted how-to guide to being a good roommate." —Kirkus"The story’s respect for Henry’s preference for solitude makes this book particularly refreshing; it focuses not on self-sacrifice but on boundaries and how guidelines for time spent together can make a relationship more meaningful . . . a gentle but humorous primer to youngsters on exercising their own agency and respecting that of others." —BCCB"With a palette that dynamically carries scenes from serene to anger-infused, the illustrations cue preschoolers into the underlying emotions behind the roommates’ misunderstanding. It’s funny, sincere, and teachable . . . Hamsters may make terrible roommates, but Klein and Alwar give beginning readers the path to harmony through honest conversation and admitting wrongdoing." —SLJ

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Book SynopsisA funny, fish-filled story about the joys of learning, and the rewards that come with staying true to who you areAgatha May just can’t understand why her classmates aren’t as crazy as she is about the hideous humpback anglerfish. But when a school assignment gives Agatha the chance to show everybody what they’re missing, she single-handedly schools them all--and, in the process, discovers a passion for research and an exciting new dream for her future.This book is perfect for dreamers, outside-the-box thinkers, and anyone who has ever felt like their special interest wasn''t appreciated.Trade ReviewBooklist Editors' Choice 2022A Kids Indie Next List pick★ “This book is a gem in so many ways…The rhyme is engaging, the art is beautifully rendered, and the story is one that plays out in schools every day…This is a perfect fit for libraries, and a must buy for elementary schools. It is a lively read aloud and captures life in a classroom in a fun way.” –School Library Journal, starred review★ “A buoyant depiction of a memorable, and possibly life-changing, classroom moment.” –Booklist, starred review“Clever wordplay and significant bounce give this title a true leg up… the book is replete with factual information about anglerfish, even spilling over into additional details and definitions at the end. The satisfaction of seeing Agatha May rewarded for her fixation is rivaled only by Song’s marvelous watercolor embodiment of Agatha May’s untidy, obsessive self…A paean to the up-and-coming chaotic, incipient scientists of the world.” –Kirkus“Song captures the classroom’s energy with charged jet-black ink lines, gentle washes, and energetic crayon textures. Foley and her sister Morrison, diver for an aquarium’s curation department, wield smartly scanning verse for this story of triumph about a kid who shines when she can work independently.” –Publishers Weekly “The lively rhyming text, packed with information about the deep sea and anglerfish in particular, will be enthusiastically received in a science-or ocean-themed story time, and marine biology enthusiasts will want to revisit it for the scientific vocabulary and fascinating facts … Neurodivergent kids—or anyone labeled “weird”—will find a reassuring message that their interests will give them a time to shine.” –BCCB

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Book SynopsisThis highly anticipated follow-up to the critically acclaimed and bestselling picture book In a Jar stars one little bunny dealing with some very big feelings.Llewellyn does not like to feel afraid or sad, angry, lonely, or embarrassed. And so he comes up with a brilliant plan: he tucks each of his feelings into jars and hides them away where they won't bother him anymore. But when he gets in trouble in class, Llewellyn finds he needs to put away excitement too. And when joy is quickly followed by disappointment, he decides to get rid of joy as well. After a while, Llewellyn walks around not feeling much of anything at all. And what happens when his emotions refuse to be bottled up any longer? In this richly illustrated and universally relatable picture book, Llewellyn soon discovers that life is more colorful when he sets his emotions free. And only then, by facing and embracing each of his feelings, is he finally able to let them go.

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Book SynopsisElephant & Piggie meets Narwhal and Jelly in this hilarious new early-reader graphic novel series about Archie & Reddie, two fox friends who have wild fun! In this first book, Archie finds a cheesy treat in the forest and tries to keep it a secret—until Reddie comes along, ready to solve an irresistible mystery!When Archie stumbles upon a gift-wrapped pizza in the forest, he wonders who would possibly leave a perfectly good treat just lying around? So he does the only sensible thing and buries it so he can dig it up later for dinner! But with tummy rumbling, Archie discovers Reddie is trying to solve a mystery. It seems she''s found a pile of dirt and wants to get to the bottom of it! Will Archie attempt to derail her investigation? You bet! But will he also ultimately fess up and share the cheesy goodness with Reddie? And who left that present in the forest anyway? It''s all a mystery, and you''ll have to read to find out what happens!

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Book SynopsisElephant & Piggie meets Narwhal and Jelly in this hilarious new early-reader graphic novel series about Archie & Reddie, two fox friends who have wild fun! In this third book, the pair are excited about entering a talent show, but will they be able to come up with a winning act?There''s a talent show happening in town today, and Archie and Reddie really want to win the grand prize: a shiny new wagon! It would be such a help with carrying their books home from the library. But if they''re going to come in first place, they''ll need a super-special act—one that no one''s ever seen before...maybe not even Archie and Reddie! Are they in over their heads, or will they be able to get their act together in time for the show?

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Book SynopsisElephant & Piggie meets Narwhal and Jelly in this hilarious new early-reader graphic novel series about Archie & Reddie, two fox friends who have wild fun! In this fourth book, when Archie is woken by a scary noise in the night, he turns to Reddie to help him get to the bottom of it.Archie and Reddie are having a sleepover! That means they get to play super fun games all night long and wear their favorite pajamas! And even when a storm knocks out the power, they don’t get scared. Well, maybe a little at first, so it’s a good thing they have their trusty flashlights! But when Archie is woken in the middle of the night by a loud grumble, he’s afraid there might be a monster in the house. Luckily, Reddie is there to remind him of his bravery as the two friends investigate together. Everywhere they look, the noise seems to follow, but they can’t seem to find a monster anywhere. Is it super-sneaky, or could there be something else causing these late-ni

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Book SynopsisSleepovers aren't for sleeping?From debut author-illustrator Blythe Russo comes a delightful and heartwarming friendship story that is also perfect for bedtime.Sloth is invited to her first sleepover at her best friend Paloma's house and even though she doesn't quite know what to expect, she's very confident in her sleep skills. She's an expert when it comes to napping, dozing, or catching some Zs, so she's ready to excel at sleepovers too. But when she arrives, she finds out that Paloma wants to stay up all night! Will Sloth be able to keep her eyes open or is their friendship in for a rude awakening?At its heart, Sloth Sleeps Over is a story of togetherness, and is sure to leave readers and their best pals grinning as they snooze the night away.

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Book SynopsisDid you know dinosaurs still roam the earth? A small but mighty bird declares it is a dinosaur! But no one believes that dinosaurs still exist. How can it be a dinosaur when it is so little? Dinosaurs didn’t have feathers . . . or did they? This tiny dino is here to explain to its animal friends that birds are, in fact, dinosaurs, and all creatures are connected to one big animal family. With a playful ensemble of animal characters and dynamic bursts of dialogue, celebrated author and illustrator Deborah Freedman has created a spirited and informative picture book for dinosaur lovers of all ages.  

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Book SynopsisPor primera vez en español, ¡aprende a leer con el cachorro Rocket!En este libro infantil, Rocket colecciona palabras para su árbol de palabras con su maestra, la pequeña ave amarilla. El adorable cachorro encuentra palabras como hoja, sombrero y estrella. Pero a media lección, Rocket encuentra una bota roja . . . y no la quiere soltar. LEYENDO A PASOS es una línea de Step into Reading que ofrece ediciones en español de libros nivelados. Los libros Paso 1 tienen letra grande y palabras fáciles. Son ideales para niños que conocen el abecedario y que quieren comenzar a leer. Su ritmo, rima y pistas visuales contribuyen a la comprensión del texto.For the first time in Spanish, get ready to learn with Rocket! Tad Hills, the #1 New York Times bestselling author, is back with a Spanish edition of this Level 1 early reader.Rocket loves to collect words for his word tree wit

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Book SynopsisThis science-themed picture book is for the littlest nature aficionado. Bursting with vibrant illustrations, it offers an inviting look into the secret world of how nature goes BERSERK at night!As night falls. The earth cools. Waters calm. Winds hush…But outside, night time is action time for some.Silly action. Hungry action. Wild action. From microscopic organisms to giant cats, it''s surprising who you''ll find awake in the middle of the night! Dinoflagellates guzzle floating bacteria, bumblebee bats loop and swoop, racer snakes slither, weasels sneak and circle, and spot-bellied eagle owls leap and sweep. One by one, the animals of the food chain find their next scrumptious treat.For children whose curiosity abounds, and restless sleepers greedy for one more story or one more goodnight kiss, this distinctive picture book with a science focus gives a peek at the animals that come alive at night. The striking word

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Book SynopsisThis science-themed picture book is for the littlest nature aficionado. Bursting with vibrant illustrations, it offers an inviting look into the secret world of how nature goes BERSERK at night!As night falls. The earth cools. Waters calm. Winds hush…But outside, night time is action time for some.Silly action. Hungry action. Wild action. From microscopic organisms to giant cats, it''s surprising who you''ll find awake in the middle of the night! Dinoflagellates guzzle floating bacteria, bumblebee bats loop and swoop, racer snakes slither, weasels sneak and circle, and spot-bellied eagle owls leap and sweep. One by one, the animals of the food chain find their next scrumptious treat.For children whose curiosity abounds, and restless sleepers greedy for one more story or one more goodnight kiss, this distinctive picture book with a science focus gives a peek at the animals that come alive at night. The striking word

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