The Secret Life of the Little Brown Bat
The Secret Life of the Little Brown Bat

The Secret Life of the Little Brown Bat

Written by Laurence Pringle & illustrated by Kate Garchinsky
Hardcover
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6 - 9
Reading age
32
Page count
36
Words per page
630L
Lexile measure
Sep 11, 2018
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Learn about a year in the life of a little brown bat named Otis. This gorgeous and lyrical picture book follows a year in the life of a little brown bat named Otis as he learns to be a hunter, escape predators, and find a mate. Stunning, realistic illustrations celebrate the beauty of these mysterious creatures as readers learn important facts through an engaging and fascinating story. The book also includes back matter with more in-depth information, a glossary, and further resources.

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      Author
      Laurence Pringle

      Laurence Pringle has written more than one hundred books for children and teenagers, many of them award-winning science titles. Internationally, his books have sold more than three million copies.

      Illustrator
      Kate Garchinsky

      Kate Garchinsky’s debut picture book was The Secret Life of the Red Fox (Boyds Mills), written by Laurence Pringle. Prior to creating children’s books, Kate designed toys, birdbaths, and trail maps. She lives in Edgemont, Pennsylvania.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781629796017
    Publication Date
    September 11, 2018
    Publisher
    Astra Young Readers
    Original Publication Date
    September 11, 2018
    Page Count
    32
    Words Per Page
    36
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    6 - 9 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2017949842
    Lexile® Level
    630L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~O
    ATOS® Book Level
    4.1
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    0.5
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    501941
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    LG

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