Nocturnal Nico with photography by Emily Dorio

Nocturnal Nico with photography by Emily DorioOCTOBER 2024 HOT OFF THE PRESS CHILDREN'S BOOK COUNCIL PICK With a cast of characters as quirky as the artwork by author and illustrator Gabe Jensen, Nocturnal Nico follows the title character as he resists bedtime, mirroring the nocturnal creatures outside in the moonlight Nico doesnt want to sleephe must be nocturnal! Like the owl in the tree, Nico is alert. Like the bat flying in the night, Nico isnt afraid of the darkor is he? With comic like

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combining twisted stitches with lace or polygon knitting

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and math) from bestselling author-illustrator Daniel Kirk depicts an inquisitive and resourceful sibling team who solve real-life problems together—and have a lot of fun along the way

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his rise to popularity as one of the world’s most recognizable food personalities

World-renowned artist and textile designer Kaffe Fassett provides a window into his creative process

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visually reinforcing the book's timely and life-affirming message aboutecological balance

he strikes a perilous deal with Ghoolion

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