This is a fun book that exposes children to the excitement of going out to a ballgame--but in this case it's a parallel world of "bat ball". Still, there's the crackling energy of the crowd in the stands, the call of the food vendors, the tension at home plate, and the exhilaration of your home team winning. I liked that it teaches children some of the basics of baseball, through a charming and engaging story. My daughter was pulled right in. And the illustrations are gorgeous. They are richly detailed and beautifully executed. I love how rich they feel. Lies has a great artistic style. "Bats at the Ballgame" is an imaginative story about one of the things that bats do at night while everyone else is sleeping. Of course, one of the things bats do is go to a baseball game to watch the other bats play! This is a great book that children who love animals, like bats, or love sports will enjoy reading. Publication Date: 2010Age/Grade level: Kindergarten to 2nd gradeFormat: Print Book
What do You think about Bats At The Ballgame (2010)?
Not as goood as other bat books by Lies but it's cute for kids who like baseball.
—gem
Great rhyme and fun concept! Love how the bats are upside down in the bleachers.
—Lauren
Wow. A VERY cleverly drawn book! The Lou Gehrig picture sold me.
—cadm
