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Bats by Sandra Markle
Why is the world of bats so varied? The littlest bat is as light as a penny. The biggest bat can have a wingspan as long as a bathtub. Some bats have little flaps on their noses. Others have huge ears. The unique traits of each species help it survive in its special place in nature . . . but how? Using eye-popping photographs of strange bats from around the world, Bats: Biggest Littlest feeds young readers' curiosity and is certain to prompt stimulating discussions for days.
"Veteran science writer Markle's basic introduction maintains a fine balance between general observations and specific factsShe has chosen particularly well when it comes to the photos: bats in flight, at rest, seizing prey, and clearly displaying distinctive body parts ('Compared to its body size, the Tube-Lipped Nectar Bat has the world's longest tongue'). Along with identifying 14 kinds of bats and explaining how their sizes influence their behaviors, she discusses bat diets and senses, the differences between the way bats and birds use their wings to fly, how they care for their young, and other relevant topics. . ." —Booklist
". . . The clear text is simple and readable, describing the hunting techniques of microbats and the fruit-finding talents of megabats, and even delves into some forms of bat housing. Enriched by superb color photos and complete wtih sites for further investigation, the whole presentation is interesting and useful as well as attractive. . . " —School Library Journal
". . . The clear text is simple and readable, describing the hunting techniques of microbats and the fruit-finding talents of megabats, and even delves into some forms of bat housing. Enriched by superb color photos and complete wtih sites for further investigation, the whole presentation is interesting and useful as well as attractive. . . " —School Library Journal
Sandra Markle is the author of numerous award-winning children's books and a former elementary school science teacher. She has been nominated Georgia Author of the Year five times and has been recognized as a Woman of the Year by Women in Technology International for her contributions to science and technology. Markle has also produced highly regarded scientific specials for CNN and PBS, as well as an award-winning National Science Foundation-funded Internet-based education initiative. She and her husband, Skip Jeffery, live in New Zealand.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781590789520 |
| ISBN 10 | 1590789520 |
| Title | Bats |
| Author | Sandra Markle |
| Series | Biggest! Littlest! |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Astra Publishing House |
| Year published | 2013-03-01 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Prizes | Short-listed for Keystone to Reading Book Award (Primary) 2015, Short-listed for Rhode Island Children's Book Awards 2015 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |