Owl Bat Bat Owl

This charming wordless picture book introduces readers to a mother owl and her three owlets, living peacefully until a family of bats moves into their tree. Initially, both families eye each other with suspicion, highlighting the natural wariness of 'the other.' However, the inherent curiosity of the young owlets and batlets, combined with a dramatic stormy night, forces them to interact and ultimately discover their shared needs and capacity for friendship. It's a clever and heartwarming story that subtly teaches tolerance, empathy, and the joy of finding connection despite perceived differences, all conveyed through expressive illustrations.

“A warm and clever tale celebrating tolerance and friendship.” —School Library Journal A mother owl and her three little owlets live happily on their branch. That is, until the bat family moves in. The newfound neighbors (owls up top, bats hanging below) can’t help but feel a little wary of one another. But babies are curious little creatures, and that curiosity, along with a wild, stormy night, might just bring these two families together. With subtly and hilariously shifting facial expressions and gestures, Marie-Louise Fitzpatrick brings her accessible graphic style to a warm and ingenious wordless tale that is sure to bring smiles to readers of all ages.