Fiction. 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. By Charles Santoso, Elana K. Arnold. For Bixby Alexander Tam (nicknamed Bat), life tends to be full of surprises, some of them good, some not so good. As a mom of an animal loving 3rd grader this also hits the sweet spot for those kids. For my middle school students, this is another book to teach us about our diverse learning community. If you are fortunate you will be able to offer opportunities to students in grades kindergarten through graduation from high school. I've loved everything I've read of Arnold's, and this is no exception. ❤️I really enjoyed Arnold's upcoming book. March 14th 2017
A Boy Called Bat. Great story! Now's the perfect time to fill those long, school-free days with books your kids will ...For Bixby Alexander Tam (nicknamed Bat), life tends to be full of surprises — some of them good, some not so good. The book just blew me away. 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.
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.
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. Listen to Mrs. Forsythe, the principal from Whitman Post Elementary School, read Chapter 7 from A Boy Called BAT by Elana K. Arnold. From acclaimed author Elana K. Arnold and with illustrations by Charles Santoso, A Boy Called Bat is the first book in a funny, heartfelt, and irresistible young middle grade … He was obsessed. 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! No French publisher has yet acquired translation rights. Not stay in some crammed house. Today, though, is a good-surprise day. Click here for a list of interest-specific sites grouped by category. EDUCATOR’S RESOURCE. This was really cute, I loved the characters and the plot was charming.for more reviews and an excerpt from this book, please visit for more reviews and an excerpt from this book, please visit Our students have been eagerly reading A Boy Called Bat, drawn in by the adorable cover. This book is a lovely way for students (maybe grades 5-8) to get some insight into autism while reading a lovely story. 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. Today, though, is a good-surprise day. Such a sweet, engaging read. Many students relate to the bond that Bat feels for the baby skunk, but it is about much more.so innocent and full of character for the young ones. The relationship between Bat and his mother, as well as his relationship with his teacher, are my favorite parts of the book. You will give the right book to the right reader at the right time. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. Today, though, is a good-surprise day. A Boy Called Bat book. 3-5, 6-8 Genre. Bat is really precious, and the representation of him as an autistic character just felt tremendously thoughtful to me.
As a teacher, I would love to share this one with my students to discuss how autism might look/sound/feel, and to talk about the challenges Bat faced to make friendships and navigate his family life. ISBN 97800-06-244582-7. by Walden Pond Press
Welcome back. Summer vacation is officially here! It was good, and I could relate to quite a few things that our MC with autism had. You learn about skunks, but also you can learn what a child with autism has to deal with on a regular basis. Copyright © 2020 HarperCollins Publishers All rights reserved. 0062445820 I would love it to be! And he’s got one month to show his mom that a baby skunk might just make a pretty terrific pet.We'd love you to buy this book, and hope you find this page convenient in locating a place of purchase. 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.
Bat (aka Bixby Alexander Tam) is on the spectrum, and aspires to be a veterinarian like his mother. 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. 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. If you are fortunate you will be able to offer opportunities to students in grades kindergarten through graduation from high school. A Boy Called Bat .