A Boy Called Bat by Arnold, Elana K.

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. The trilogy is A Boy Called Bat, Bat and the Waiting Game, and Bat and the End of Everything.

Author: Elana K. Arnold
Publisher: Walden Pond Press
Published: 03/14/2017
Pages: 208
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 8.13h x 5.31w x 0.88d
ISBN: 9780062445827
Age Range: 6-10

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.6
Point Value: 3
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 188149 / Boy Called Bat


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 11/01/2016 pg. 86
Kirkus Reviews 12/15/2016
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 02/01/2017
Publishers Weekly 01/23/2017
Booklist 02/15/2017 pg. 79
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2018 - Recommended, Satisfactory