Definitely a pick up for the science part of my classroom library. This book is really accessible to just open up and read about a particular variety of bat or hop around from chapter to chapter. Highly informative and the pictures are engaging to look at.

The book gives actual pictures of one of the most feared animals: the bat. The pictures are graphic which may appeal to boys more. The pictures are also accompanied by facts and information that makes bats seem a bit less scary

Ackerman uses real photography to show habits and characteristics of bats. With these real-life photographs students can really see the many different types of bats and compare and contrast their appearances. It is always good to have and use books that contains photography because the creatures they may hear about really come to life for children. Loved this book as well! My first grade students couldn't stop gawking at the pictures! ( )