We Need Bats

by Heather Moore Niver

Overview

Bats—eek! Many people are afraid of these swooping nighttime flyers, but this book reverses that reputation to show readers how important bats really are. Readers will learn about different kinds of bats, including their anatomy, habitat, and behavior. The book will focus on the ways bats help us, from eating disease-carrying mosquitos to pollinating plants. Color photographs bring these beneficial bats to life, as readers learn about how bats are in danger and how humans can help. “Creature Clue” fact boxes and a graphic organizer supplement the main text to give readers a well-rounded learning experience.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781499410365
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	07/30/2015
Series:	Creatures We Can't Live Without Series
Pages:	24
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2015
Gr 3–5—Well organized and visually appealing, this set examines animals and other organisms that provide multiple benefits to the Earth and to humans. After opening with a brief overview, the authors present facts about each creature or plant, consistently linking them to positive impacts. A description of dangerous spiders, for instance, leads into possible medicinal uses of venom. There's a good balance between general information and specific details. Main text appears in white font against a dark box, keeping pages clear and uncluttered, with smaller "Creature Clues" insets that offer related facts. Photographs are generally effective and supplemented by one or two useful diagrams. A closing chart in most, but not all, books, neatly lays out the variety of ways each organism helps us. VERDICT The scope necessarily varies depending on the topic, but the theme of balanced ecosystems is well supported by words and images.

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