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Bo the Bat
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Reading level 1 to 2
Celebrates differences in others and respect for nature
Learn the true story about the misunderstood bat
Fun Facts about real bats; includes disclaimer that you should not touch them
Pages to color in the back
Free ebook with paperback purchase.
See how Bo wins kids over to all the good things about bats in this fun, rhyming story that is also educational.
Reading level 1 to 2
Celebrates differences in others and respect for nature
Learn the true story about the misunderstood bat
Fun Facts about real bats; includes disclaimer that you should not touch them
Pages to color in the back
Free ebook with paperback purchase.
14 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 10, 2019
91 people are currently reading
95 people want to read
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Alma Hammond
13 books39 followersBest-selling American author Alma Hammond is on a mission to create books that make learning fun for children. What better way to learn valuable educational lessons and receive positive messages of self-esteem and kindness than through captivating characters and stories with vivid illustrations?
Alma lives with her husband Bob and two cats Violet and Daisy in Antibes, France.
Alma lives with her husband Bob and two cats Violet and Daisy in Antibes, France.
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November 7, 2019
Right off the bat (yes, pun intended) the illustrations are AMAZING. Bo the Bat is so cute and fluffy! And there's even a little jack o lantern decal on his smartphone... seriously, amazing work! On top of that, he wears a top hat?! What could be any cuter than that?! (Not real bats... obviously. Those guys are scary as heck).
Children hide in fear of our lovely friend Bo, which makes him rather sad since he wants to have fun with the kids!
There's so many quirky little parts of this book that makes me enjoy it:
1. The unicorn costume is amazing.
2. The random scarecrow handing out candy and hiding around a corner is hilarious.
3. The emotions on Bo's face are excellently illustrated to make you understand what he's going through.
4. There's an educational bit about what bats do and why they are important, which is a lovely addition to a book I thought was just going to be cute!
5. Bat facts at the end!
Negatives:
1. The rhymes felt very forced, but a lot of children's books are like that.
2. In reality, while bats are cool we really shouldn't touch them. They are rodents... buuuuut this is a children's book so as long as parents give their kids a good lesson about not touching wild animals, we should be fine as readers. It's an educational book for a reason.
Overall, this book was adorable and I think it's an excellent spooky tale for October. I'm sad it took me an extra month to jump on the Bo the Bat train, but I love this little book!!
Four out of five stars!
I found this book on Bookbub.
Children hide in fear of our lovely friend Bo, which makes him rather sad since he wants to have fun with the kids!
There's so many quirky little parts of this book that makes me enjoy it:
1. The unicorn costume is amazing.
2. The random scarecrow handing out candy and hiding around a corner is hilarious.
3. The emotions on Bo's face are excellently illustrated to make you understand what he's going through.
4. There's an educational bit about what bats do and why they are important, which is a lovely addition to a book I thought was just going to be cute!
5. Bat facts at the end!
Negatives:
1. The rhymes felt very forced, but a lot of children's books are like that.
2. In reality, while bats are cool we really shouldn't touch them. They are rodents... buuuuut this is a children's book so as long as parents give their kids a good lesson about not touching wild animals, we should be fine as readers. It's an educational book for a reason.
Overall, this book was adorable and I think it's an excellent spooky tale for October. I'm sad it took me an extra month to jump on the Bo the Bat train, but I love this little book!!
Four out of five stars!
I found this book on Bookbub.
September 22, 2019
The illustrations are so wonderful. While not part of the travel series, the book does include facts about mammals.
April 23, 2023
Quite cute and fun. I loved the artwork and the story with the facts about bats was simple to follow. I love bats and I think this book gets across some of the coolness of bats to the little ones being read to or reading it themselves.
4, bats are just too adorable and keep eating those mosquitoes, stars!
4, bats are just too adorable and keep eating those mosquitoes, stars!
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July 9, 2020
Bo is a friendly bat who just wants to make friends, but his local kids are scared of him - when all he wants to do is to go trick or treating with them, so he decides to tell these kids all about the amazing things bats can do, so they won't be afraid anymore.
A colourful and happy short kids book.
The author has also included some fun bat facts for kids to learn at the end of the book.
Acquired via KU.
A colourful and happy short kids book.
The author has also included some fun bat facts for kids to learn at the end of the book.
Acquired via KU.
November 8, 2019
Does not say that although bats do good things you shouldn't be "friends" with them and touch them.
This book has okay illustrations and the reading rhythm is good, but there is too much emphasis put on being friends and being friendly with bats. Yes, bats do good things for the environment and you should respect them and shouldn't harm them, but they can carry rabies and now it is known that even a scratch can transfer rabies, or getting infected saliva in your mouth, eyes, or on abraised skin. The book tells children not to "run away scared", and that is very bad advice. There is a note about rabies in the back of the book for parents, but children many times read by themselves and parents don't always read the notes in the back of picture books. Plus, it will be confusing to kids after reading the book to turn around and tell them they shouldn't be friendly with bats and they should stay away.
This book has okay illustrations and the reading rhythm is good, but there is too much emphasis put on being friends and being friendly with bats. Yes, bats do good things for the environment and you should respect them and shouldn't harm them, but they can carry rabies and now it is known that even a scratch can transfer rabies, or getting infected saliva in your mouth, eyes, or on abraised skin. The book tells children not to "run away scared", and that is very bad advice. There is a note about rabies in the back of the book for parents, but children many times read by themselves and parents don't always read the notes in the back of picture books. Plus, it will be confusing to kids after reading the book to turn around and tell them they shouldn't be friendly with bats and they should stay away.
October 25, 2019
Super cute
A short read for the parent (yay!). The illustrations are beautiful, and the story sweet. It also rhymes so it’s fun to “singsong” the story.
A short read for the parent (yay!). The illustrations are beautiful, and the story sweet. It also rhymes so it’s fun to “singsong” the story.
April 4, 2020
Sky puppy!
I randomly read Bo the Bat while browsing Kindle Unlimited. It's super cute and rhyme(y). It would be a perfect Halloween read. 🦇🧡
I randomly read Bo the Bat while browsing Kindle Unlimited. It's super cute and rhyme(y). It would be a perfect Halloween read. 🦇🧡
September 17, 2019
Bo wears a top hat and he is great but children are scared of him. He loves to chat and he wants to go trick-or-treating. He wants to show them bats are great and they don't have to be scared of him. Do they believe him? Does he get to go trick-or -treating with them.
This book is meant for 3-8 year olds. I think all ages should see the wonderful illustrations that are over the top beautiful. The rhyming story is gpod for listening to and for picking out site words. (Site words are words they kust have to learn like the.) Happy Reading/Listening!!
This book is meant for 3-8 year olds. I think all ages should see the wonderful illustrations that are over the top beautiful. The rhyming story is gpod for listening to and for picking out site words. (Site words are words they kust have to learn like the.) Happy Reading/Listening!!
November 1, 2019
Bo the Bat by Alma Hammond
Have spent some time in caves the past month in KY at the Mammoth Cave National park and didn't see any bats but you knew they were there by what they left behind.
Colorful children's rhyming book about bats and why you should not be afraid of them.
They show you many things a bat can do that are cool and how they help get rid of pesty insects before they bite us.
Love the fun fact about bats at the end Ends with about the author and illustrator.
Have spent some time in caves the past month in KY at the Mammoth Cave National park and didn't see any bats but you knew they were there by what they left behind.
Colorful children's rhyming book about bats and why you should not be afraid of them.
They show you many things a bat can do that are cool and how they help get rid of pesty insects before they bite us.
Love the fun fact about bats at the end Ends with about the author and illustrator.
September 16, 2019
A beautifully illustrated picture book
My granddaughter loved this colorful picture book about Bo the Bat. The story is perfect to read with young children and discuss how Bats can help us. It has always been a scary thing when it comes to Halloween and Bats. This beautiful book shines a new light on these wonderful creatures in a positive way. Loved this one!
My granddaughter loved this colorful picture book about Bo the Bat. The story is perfect to read with young children and discuss how Bats can help us. It has always been a scary thing when it comes to Halloween and Bats. This beautiful book shines a new light on these wonderful creatures in a positive way. Loved this one!
September 18, 2019
Bo is an adorable character!
My kids and I, have always been afraid bats, but this story changed our minds. Bo is such an adorable character, that you can’t help but like him! This book is relatable, and educates kids about the benefits of bats. We loved the rhyming story and illustration!
My kids and I, have always been afraid bats, but this story changed our minds. Bo is such an adorable character, that you can’t help but like him! This book is relatable, and educates kids about the benefits of bats. We loved the rhyming story and illustration!
October 31, 2020
A very nice book for young readers not just to inform them about bats but also to educate them about not judging by appearances.
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September 16, 2019
Sweet book about a misunderstood little bat who just wanted to play with the kids but they were afraid of him. Bo the Bat teaches the kids all about bats so they won't be afraid anymore and will play with him. Great for facts learning and Halloween reading.
September 16, 2019
Cute rhyming story about bats
Enjoyed the illustrations. Bo Bat tries to get others to like him by explaining the good things he does that help them. Like eat bugs. Kids will learn a few things about bats. Recommended.
Enjoyed the illustrations. Bo Bat tries to get others to like him by explaining the good things he does that help them. Like eat bugs. Kids will learn a few things about bats. Recommended.
July 8, 2021
It's Halloween and Bo the Bat is out trick or treating. Everyone is scared of him and won't talk to him. He tells them about himself and they realise he's a nice bat.
Lovely rhyming story.
The illustrations are lovely, very bright and colourful
Lovely rhyming story.
The illustrations are lovely, very bright and colourful
October 13, 2020
What an adorable lil book! I absolutely loved Bo in his top hat 😊🦇🎩
October 26, 2019
Bo the Bat is a gorgeous story about Bo who just wants to join in with trick or treating like everyone else but everybody seems to be scared of him so he decides to show them that he's not scary at all.
This is such a sweet story and one that we all wanted Bo to get friends from the start, who wouldn't want an adorable bat like Bo as their friend! The children liked how he was such a happy and friendly bat and wanted the best for her. It was great how Bo used facts about her (and bats generally) to help the children trick or treating understand as it meant that the children (and me!) got to learn more about bats and I don't think we knew much in the start at all!
The character of Bo is lovely as we get to see how her feelings change as the book goes on and this is shown very well in the illustrations. The illustrations in the book are beautiful with just the right amount of spooky and fun for a great Halloween read. The children loved how one child was dressed up as a rainbow unicorn, they all want to be that child on Halloween!
At the end of the book there is a page of bat facts which is a nice addition to the book and helped us learn even more. This is a brilliant rhyming story which is the perfect Halloween read for young children, not too scary but lots of fun and very informative about bats!
This is such a sweet story and one that we all wanted Bo to get friends from the start, who wouldn't want an adorable bat like Bo as their friend! The children liked how he was such a happy and friendly bat and wanted the best for her. It was great how Bo used facts about her (and bats generally) to help the children trick or treating understand as it meant that the children (and me!) got to learn more about bats and I don't think we knew much in the start at all!
The character of Bo is lovely as we get to see how her feelings change as the book goes on and this is shown very well in the illustrations. The illustrations in the book are beautiful with just the right amount of spooky and fun for a great Halloween read. The children loved how one child was dressed up as a rainbow unicorn, they all want to be that child on Halloween!
At the end of the book there is a page of bat facts which is a nice addition to the book and helped us learn even more. This is a brilliant rhyming story which is the perfect Halloween read for young children, not too scary but lots of fun and very informative about bats!
September 16, 2019
Readers of Bo the Bat by award-winning children’s author Alma Hammond will not only be delighted with this fun-to-read-aloud, charmingly illustrated Halloween tale, they will also learn that bats are amazing creatures. Did you know that bats see by bouncing sound off objects? They also eat bugs that make us itch and scratch and, like bees, they spread pollen and seeds to grow fruits and vegetables. These are just a few of the many fun facts included in this entertaining and educational book.
In the beginning of this heartwarming story, a young girl and boy are frightened of Bo. Bo wants to be respected and considered a friend so he shows them that bats have many great qualities and do good things. Find out how he eventually uses his skills to help the children as they go trick-or-treating on Halloween night. Parents and educators of children aged 5 to 8 will find this inspiring story is an excellent educational resource to not only teach children about bats but also kindness and understanding. The animated, colourful illustrations and colouring pages by Zuzana Svobodova contribute to the enjoyment of this popular children’s book. Review by Kathleen Gauer
In the beginning of this heartwarming story, a young girl and boy are frightened of Bo. Bo wants to be respected and considered a friend so he shows them that bats have many great qualities and do good things. Find out how he eventually uses his skills to help the children as they go trick-or-treating on Halloween night. Parents and educators of children aged 5 to 8 will find this inspiring story is an excellent educational resource to not only teach children about bats but also kindness and understanding. The animated, colourful illustrations and colouring pages by Zuzana Svobodova contribute to the enjoyment of this popular children’s book. Review by Kathleen Gauer
November 11, 2019
Bo (Bat) looks good in his top hat. He rides a bike & loves to talk.
Children seem to fear him.
Bo shows the children what his daily lifestyle is like.
I’m like a bee. We eat those pesky insects also.
Will the children let Bo go trick-or-treating with them?
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review, only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great colored pictures & proper font & writing style. A very well written children’s Bat Halloween adventure story book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great children’s Bat Halloween adventure movie, an animated cartoon, a classroom PP presentation, or better yet a mini TV series. There is no doubt in my mind this is a very easy rating of 5 stars.
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Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
Children seem to fear him.
Bo shows the children what his daily lifestyle is like.
I’m like a bee. We eat those pesky insects also.
Will the children let Bo go trick-or-treating with them?
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review, only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great colored pictures & proper font & writing style. A very well written children’s Bat Halloween adventure story book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great children’s Bat Halloween adventure movie, an animated cartoon, a classroom PP presentation, or better yet a mini TV series. There is no doubt in my mind this is a very easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free author; BookBub; Amazon Digital Services LLC.; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
October 28, 2019
Bo the Bat is a cute new nonfiction picture book about, you guessed it, bats. In rhyming text, the storyline follows Bo as he attempts to teach young children about bats so they won't be so afraid of him. For example, he explains echolocation (though I wish the book would have used the actual word because we taught this one in kindergarten), spreading pollen, and how many pesky bugs are eaten by bats. The back matter includes more details for young readers to explore. This is one book I would have enjoyed added to my "batty" shelves for our kindergarten bat unit. And the illustrations of Bo are just too stinkin' cute!
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October 23, 2019
Bo the Bat is better than alright!!!
The illustrations were absolutely amazing and perfectly suited for Bo the Bat and all his new friends he made. He didn't understand in the beginning why his difference made him appear "scary " to the children in the story. Once he shows them how his uniqueness is awesome, they see him in a different light. They want to be his friend. Being different, unique is not a bad thing. In fact, being YOU is a wonderful thing. Don't let any obstacles stand in your way, be proud of who you are and persevere. You will be surprised how many will like you for YOU. They just need to get to know you. I highly recommend this great book. ~Mandy
The illustrations were absolutely amazing and perfectly suited for Bo the Bat and all his new friends he made. He didn't understand in the beginning why his difference made him appear "scary " to the children in the story. Once he shows them how his uniqueness is awesome, they see him in a different light. They want to be his friend. Being different, unique is not a bad thing. In fact, being YOU is a wonderful thing. Don't let any obstacles stand in your way, be proud of who you are and persevere. You will be surprised how many will like you for YOU. They just need to get to know you. I highly recommend this great book. ~Mandy
October 29, 2019
Perfect book for October with it's trick-or-treat and bat themes. Illustrations are boldly colorful, glossy, animation style and very cute. The rhyming text is both education and has a light storyline of the bat wanting to join in on Halloween without having kids be scared of him. In order to do that, he tells him what he is really like, and how helpful he is with things like pollination, seed scatter, and keeping bug populations down. The back of the book has a list of facts about bats. My only issue is with the disconnect between conventional advice of steering clear of bats and required rabies shots if in contact with one and the fact in the back of the book that only 1/2 of 1% of bats have rabies and the general idea in the book that we shouldn't be scared of them.
September 17, 2019
Alma Hammond delights everyone with a wonderful new Halloween story about learning that everything is not as scary as they appear in "Bo The Bat." The story provides several interesting facts about bats and how useful they are to nature. Hammond once again delivers a great rhyming scheme to allow the readers to stay interested in the wonderful content on each page. Zuzana Svobodova also knocks the illustrations out of the park with appealing colors and Halloween spirit. I recommend this great read for children aged 3 to 6 years old.
September 28, 2019
Alma Hammond is a household favorite
We proudly hold all of Alma's books in our home. They're absolutely wonderful! Not only the stories themselves, but the illustrations as well. My children BEG to read Alma's books before bed even though we've read them umpteen times before. Bo the Bat is definitely going to be a story we read all throughout Fall!
We proudly hold all of Alma's books in our home. They're absolutely wonderful! Not only the stories themselves, but the illustrations as well. My children BEG to read Alma's books before bed even though we've read them umpteen times before. Bo the Bat is definitely going to be a story we read all throughout Fall!
November 11, 2020
Bo the Bat. By Alma Hammond, Illustrator: Zuzana Svobodova. 2019. Sweet Beet Books. AISN: B07XD62GGQ (Kindle)
Bo the bat wears a top hat, but trick-or-treating is a bit hard when pirates and unicorns flee from him. This extremely cute fella would like to allay children’s fears by teaching them fun facts about bats.
This is an illustrated story set to rhyme and the reading level is 1 to 2.
Bo the bat wears a top hat, but trick-or-treating is a bit hard when pirates and unicorns flee from him. This extremely cute fella would like to allay children’s fears by teaching them fun facts about bats.
This is an illustrated story set to rhyme and the reading level is 1 to 2.
October 24, 2019
Charming story about a bat who wants to Trick or Treat with the kids. They're afraid of him and run away. He explains all the ways bats take care of the earth and help humans. They all have fun together in the end.
Brightly colored illustrations bring joy to the text.
Information text at the end of the book.
Brightly colored illustrations bring joy to the text.
Information text at the end of the book.
November 7, 2019
Bats Are Good
A smart well written tale about bats and how they are misunderstood.
Through Bo's tale children get an education in bats and how they are are good for the eco system as well as other facts about their habits and habitats.
Keeps children entertained and wanting more.
A smart well written tale about bats and how they are misunderstood.
Through Bo's tale children get an education in bats and how they are are good for the eco system as well as other facts about their habits and habitats.
Keeps children entertained and wanting more.
October 26, 2019
Very sweet book. My daughter enjoyed listening to me read it. Great book for Halloween and for teachers to read to a class.
Very sweet book. My daughter enjoyed listening to me read it. Great book for Halloween and for teachers to read to a class.
Very sweet book. My daughter enjoyed listening to me read it. Great book for Halloween and for teachers to read to a class.
October 27, 2019
Very cute. Highly recommend.
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September 15, 2019
A wonderful fun and informative book about bats. The perfect addition to the kids bookshelf for Halloween.
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