The Horn Book Guide

SCIENCE

Carson, Mary Kay

The Bat Scientists

80 pp. | Houghton | September, 2010 | Trade ISBN 978-0-547-19956-6 $18.00

(2) 4-6 Scientists in the Field series. Photographs by Tom Uhlman. With deft description and careful explanation, Carson profiles Bat Conservation International (BCI) as it researches the misunderstood title creatures. Clear text debunks "Batty Myths"--bats aren't flying mice nor do they suck blood--as it highlights BCI's conservation efforts. Uhlman's large photos are not for the squeamish, but many of his shots have a stately beauty. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Chelsey Philpot | Horn Book Magazine Issue: November, 2010