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Examines different species of bats, highlighting the way that they use sound to navigate at night.
Examines different species of bats, highlighting the way that they use sound to navigate at night.
Introduces readers to the roles of bats in world ecosystems, as well as threats to bat populations and conservation efforts. Eye-catching infographics, clear text, and a “That’s Amazing!” feature make this book an engaging exploration of the importance of bats.
When people go to sleep, bats are just waking up. While young readers may recognize the image of bats in the night skies, where they live may be less familiar. This title takes readers inside bat roosts to uncover the fascinating facts about this creature. Readers will learn the basics of bat roosts—in caves and beyond—and how they help bats survive in the wild. The text also looks at bat’s appearance, behavior, and the crucial role they play in nature’s ecosystems—topics covered in most elementary science curricula. Diagrams, fact boxes, colorful images encourage learning.
"A charming and informative story about a pipistrelle bat. . . . Offers vivid descriptions of the animal's flight, its navigational skills, and the hunt for food." – School Library Journal Features an audio read-along! Night has fallen, and Bat awakens to find her evening meal. Follow her as she swoops into the shadows, shouting and flying, the echoes of her voice creating a sound picture of the world around her. When morning light creeps into the sky, Bat returns to the roost to feed her baby . . . and to rest until nighttime comes again. Bat loves the night! Back matter includes an index. A Common Core Text Exemplar
Blind, bloodsucking creatures that fly through the night airis that what bats really are? In fact, bats are gentle, intelligent, and extremely useful to humans. Learn how these flying mammals communicate, what they eat, where they live, and more. By the time you finish reading, you might even be excited by the idea of encountering one!
Los murciélagos son los únicos mamíferos que pueden volar. Las alas del murciélago están cubiertas de pequeños bultos con un pelo en el centro. Estos y muchos otros datos interesantes pueden encontrarse en Los murciélagos, uno de los libros de Animales en mi patio. Bats are the only mammals that can fly. A bat’s wings are covered with small bumps that have hairs in their centers. These interesting facts and more can be found in Bats, an Animals in My Backyard book.
