After Dark

Written by David L. Harrison · Illustrated by Stephanie Laberis

Discover the secret lives of nocturnal animals through enchanting poems.

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32 pages· ~440L

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Bookroo's summary

When night falls, a hidden world awakens. Explore the secretive lives of North America's nocturnal creatures through twenty-two captivating poems. From crickets serenading the night to cougars concealing their meals, each verse unveils a new mystery. Armadillos dig for worms, leaving traces of their midnight feasts. Dive into this poetic journey and uncover the wonders of the night, beautifully illustrated to captivate young readers. What secrets do these creatures hold in the dark?

From the publisher

This collection of twenty-two poems explores the fascinating lives of North American nocturnal animals. When the sun goes down, many animals come out. Crickets chirp their crickety song hoping to attract a mate. Cougars bury their leftovers for later, leaving few clues for others to follow. Armadillos emerge from their dens to dig for worms, leaving holes in the lawns they disturb. This collection of poetry from acclaimed children’s author and poet David L. Harrison explores the lives of animals who are awake after dark. Stephanie Laberis’s beautifully atmospheric illustrations will draw in readers, and extensive back matter offers more information about each animal.

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