Amazing Bats

Name: Amazing Bats
ISBN: 9780751605129

by Frank Greenaway

Eyewitness Juniors Series · Book 13 of 17

For the curious child who is fascinated by the night, this photographic guide transforms scary myths into scientific wonder with stunning close-up views of bats.

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About This Book

Reach for this book when your child expresses fear of the dark or the 'scary' creatures that inhabit the night. It is a perfect tool for transitioning a child from superstitious fear to scientific curiosity by shining a literal and figurative light on one of nature's most misunderstood animals. Through clear, accessible text and high-quality photography, the book replaces myths with fascinating facts about how bats live and contribute to our ecosystem. Appropriate for children aged 6 to 10, Amazing Bats covers a variety of species from the tiny bumblebee bat to the more infamous common vampire bat. Parents will appreciate the balance of 'cool' factor and educational rigor. It is an excellent choice for a bedside read that builds bravery through knowledge, helping children realize that the unknown is often just waiting to be understood.

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What Parents Should Know

Scary ScenesMild

Close-up photos of bat faces and teeth can be startling to very sensitive children.

Mild PerilMild

Brief mention of vampire bats drinking blood from livestock.

Sensitive Topics

The book mentions the diet of the common vampire bat. The approach is direct and clinical rather than sensationalized. It is secular and grounded in zoology, presenting blood-drinking as a biological adaptation rather than a horror element.