A Boy Called Bat

Bat’s mom, a veterinarian, has brought home a baby skunk, which she needs to take care of until she can hand him over to a wild-animal shelter.But the minute Bat meets the kit, he knows they belong together. Today, though, is a good-surprise day. I don't know if I feel comfortable calling myself an own-voice reviewer for this story because I don't This was so cute and sweet. You learn about skunks, but also you can learn what a child with autism has to deal with on a regular basis. You will learn all their names. Here is a Spend $49 on print products and get FREE shipping at HC.comFor Bixby Alexander Tam (nicknamed Bat), life tends to be full of surprises—some of them good, some not so good. The character Bat could teach so many children what autism looks/feels like and would be a great way for our autistic students to see themselves in the literature that we share. 0062445820 This was one of the sweetest children's books I have ever read.

You will learn to support all their learning needs with access to materials inside and outside the walls of your facility. But his mom tells him they can only keep him for a few weeks, until the skunk rescue organization can take over. We’d love your help. “A Boy Called Bat will help children understand autism and that everybody loves animals.” (Temple Grandin, author of Animals In Translation) “Delightful, endearing, and utterly relatable, Bat Tam is destined to be a dear and necessary friend for young readers. I would love it to be! "This sweet and thoughtful novel chronicles Bat’s experiences and challenges at school with friends and teachers and at home with his sister and divorced parents.

We'd love you to buy this book, and hope you find this page convenient in locating a place of purchase. Today, though, is a good-surprise day. You will give the right book to the right reader at the right time. SELECT A BOOKSELLER - DIRECT LINK TO BUY. This book is about as unique as they come, especially since one of the main characters isn't exactly a conventional family pet...This book is about as unique as they come, especially since one of the main characters isn't exactly a conventional family pet...This was so cute and sweet. It will appeal to animal lovers and kids who like to read about children with special needs. And he’s got one month to show his mom that a baby skunk might just make a pretty terrific pet.For Bixby Alexander Tam (nicknamed Bat), life tends to be full of surprises—some of them good, some not so good. I think every child should read this book, and will understand autistic children better and want to become their friends! Publication Date: March 14, 2017 by Walden Pond Press. When she brings home a tiny, orphaned skunk kit, Bat falls in love. Click here for a list of interest-specific sites grouped by category. It was good, and I could relate to quite a few things that our MC with autism had.

Bat (aka Bixby Alexander Tam) is on the spectrum, and aspires to be a veterinarian like his mother. A Boy Called Bat . Not only is the writing outstanding...but the illustrations really enhance the story.
I just adore Bat and can't wait to read the sequel!This is such a sweet middle-grade novel. This was so completely adorable, my heart almost exploded with feels! The illustrations were wonderful too. And that is just not healthy.Bixby Alexander Tam (otherwise known as BAT) is on the autism spectrum, some days are good, some days are bad.I loved this book! We've got supportive family and teachers, a main character who isn't punished or mocked by the narrative for doing things differently, an acknowledgement that it can be difficult for people to communicate with someone who's mind works differently, and it isn't ABOUT autism. I think lots of elementary age kids will enjoy this book.

For my middle school students, this is another book to teach us about our diverse learning community. Bat’s mom, a veterinarian, has brought home a baby skunk, which she needs to take care of until she can hand him over to a wild-animal shelter.But the minute Bat meets the kit, he knows they belong together. I cannot wait for it to become a book in the wild for others to read.A book centered on a character on the spectrum that is *not* focused on him being on the spectrum! It's just a story about discovering what you want and proving you can go after it, about working things out with family and making friends.

The glorious thing to me, however, is that it doesn't feel like a lecture or a how-not-to, but just sweetly tells the story of a boy, his family, his teacher, and a most unlikely pet. This book has been on my TBR for years, so I was beyond thrilled when it was listed on my stepson's Battle of the Books reading list. ❤️I really enjoyed Arnold's upcoming book. The relationship between Bat and his mother, as well as his relationship with his teacher, are my favorite parts of the book. If you are fortunate you will be able to offer opportunities to students in grades kindergarten through graduation from high school.

Parents need know that A Boy Called Bat is the first book in a series about boy with special needs who falls in love with a skunk kit and strives to raise him.Bat's mom is a veterinarian who helped rescue the baby skunk after its mother and siblings died in an accident. Such a sweet, engaging read. This book would be an excellent read aloud in elementary classrooms. Not stay in some crammed house. I think it will be a hit with young readers, especially those who have a soft spot for animals.What a great book! Very, very cute! Today, though, is a good surprise day. And that is just not healthy.Short review, I am still unsure how to write one for this book. I get that he wants to keep the critter, but it is a wild animal, it should go out in the wild.
A book that doesn't demonize him?

But his mom tells him they can only keep him for a few weeks, until the skunk rescue organization can take over.

I don't know if I feel comfortable calling myself an own-voice reviewer for this story because I don't Reread in preparation to read the sequel.