The first book in a funny, heartfelt, and irresistible young middle grade series starring an unforgettable young boy on the autism spectrum...
For Bixby Alexander Tam (nicknamed Bat), life tends to be full of surprises - some of them good, some not so good. Today, though, is a good-surprise day. 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. And he's got one month to show his mom that a baby skunk might just make a pretty terrific pet.
"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. Approachable for younger or reluctant readers while still delivering a powerful and thoughtful story" (from the review by Brightly, which named A Boy Called Bat a best book of the year).
Elana K. Arnold's Bat trilogy is a proven winner in the home and classroom - kids love these short illustrated young middle grade books.
RECOMMENDED FOR: 3rd - 5th Grade
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ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
Publisher: Walden Pond Press
Publish Date: Hardcover - March 14, 2017 / Paperback - March 13, 2018
Pages: Hardcover - 208 / Paperback - 224
Dimensions: Hardcover - 5.31 X 8.13 X 0.88 inches | 0.7 pounds / Paperback - 5.0 X 7.5 X 0.6 inches | 0.3 pounds
Language: English
Type: Hardcover or Paperback
Condition: NEW