Fiona the Fruit Bat by Dan Riskin (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Fiona the Fruit Bat by Dan Riskin, Rachel Qiuqi Age range 3 to 7A sweet, fun, and informative picture book about bat echolocation for kids 3-7. Written by a scientist who works with bats in his everyday life!Its time for Fiona the fruit bat to take her very first flight, but shes scared. How will she fly when she cant see in the dark? Mama just says, listen. But how will listening help her to see? Then she hears a mysterious sound from deep in her cave. To find out whats making that noise - and to finally fly - Fiona will have to unlock a secret hidden inside herself.Written by biologist and bestselling author Dan Riskin, and rooted in the real-life biology of short-tailed fruit bats, this adorable story features:The fascinating science behind echolocation, including backmatter pages with information on fruit bats from the author.A comforting message to help kids scared of the dark: Alongside Fiona, theyll learn theres nothing to be scared of!A celebration of self-confidence and independence: Shows readers the amazing things they can accomplish all on their own.Accompanied by delightful illustrations from Rachel Qiuqi, Fiona the Fruit Bat is a touching tale about overcoming the fear of new experiences and finding the courage to listen to your own voice. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Dan Riskinis obsessed with bats, and has spent decades researching the biomechanics of how bats move. Dans first book,Mother Nature is Trying to Kill Youwas a Canadian bestseller. He lives in Toronto with his wife, Shelby, and their three kids. This is his first picture book.Rachel Poliquinwrites about animals, mostly. She is the author of multiple books for children including The Superpower Field Guides, The Polite Predator series, andThe Strangest Thing in the Sea.She lives in Vancouver with her husband and three children. Review A sweet, fun, and informative picture book about bat echolocation for kids 3-7. Written by a scientist who works with bats in his everyday life!Its time for Fiona the fruit bat to take her very first flight, but shes scared. How will she fly when she cant see in the dark? Mama just says, "listen." But how will listening help her to see? Then she hears a mysterious sound from deep in her cave. To find out whats making that noise—and to finally fly—Fiona will have to unlock a secret hidden inside herself.Written by biologist and bestselling author Dan Riskin, and rooted in the real-life biology of short-tailed fruit bats, this adorable story features:The fascinating science behind echolocation, including backmatter pages with information on fruit bats from the author.A comforting message to help kids scared of the dark: Alongside Fiona, theyll learn theres nothing to be scared of!A celebration of self-confidence and independence: Shows readers the amazing things they can accomplish all on their own.Accompanied by delightful illustrations from Rachel Qiuqi, Fiona the Fruit Bat is a touching tale about overcoming the fear of new experiences and finding the courage to listen to your own voice. Promotional National Media CampaignInfluencer Outreach Campaign (Bookstagram and TikTok)Digital and Print Advertising CampaignMajor Promotion at Select National School/Library/Bookseller ConferencesExtensive Outreach to Key Educators and Library ContactsEdelweiss E-Galley PromotionEducator and Library Blogger CampaignF&G Mailing CampaignGreystone Kids E-Newsletter and Social FeaturesSEO Optimization for Digital Consumers Long Description Age range 3 to 7 A sweet, fun, and informative picture book about bat echolocation for kids 3-7. Written by a scientist who works with bats in his everyday life! Its time for Fiona the fruit bat to take her very first flight, but shes scared. How will she fly when she cant see in the dark? Mama just says, listen. But how will listening help her to see? Then she hears a mysterious sound from deep in her cave. To find out whats making that noise -- and to finally fly -- Fiona will have to unlock a secret hidden inside herself. Written by biologist and bestselling author Dan Riskin, and rooted in the real-life biology of short-tailed fruit bats, this adorable story features: The fascinating science behind echolocation, including backmatter pages with information on fruit bats from the author. A comforting message to help kids scared of the dark: Alongside Fiona, theyll learn theres nothing to be scared of! A celebration of self-confidence and independence: Shows readers the amazing things they can accomplish all on their own. Accompanied by delightful illustrations from Rachel Qiuqi, Fiona the Fruit Bat is a touching tale about overcoming the fear of new experiences and finding the courage to listen to your own voice. Review Quote Praise for Mother Nature is Trying to Kill You written by Dan Riskin A Globe & Mail Bestseller and a Toronto Star Bestseller Featured in a one-hour special for the Canadian Discovery Channel "A fact-filled and amusing trek through natures dark side that adroitly combines learning and the yuck factor."-- Kirkus Reviews Description for Sales People The science of echolocation: Teaches echolocation in a fun, digestible way for young children, and includes backmatter with more information about it. Can help kids scared of the dark: kids will relate to Fionas worry about flying in the dark and learn, alongside her, that theres nothing to be scared of! Self-confidence and independence: Shows readers the amazing things they can accomplish on their own Written by a bat expert and best-selling author: Dan Riskin is a biologist who has spent decades researching bats and presenting about them on national television. His book for adults, Mother Nature is Trying to Kill You, was a bestseller. Publishing ahead of Halloween and Bat Week, which runs from October 24-31. Adorable illustrations: Readers are unlikely to forget up-and-coming illustrator Rachel Qiuqis depiction of Fiona. Details ISBN177164785X Author Rachel Qiuqi Pages 40 Audience Age 3-7 Language English Year 2022 Illustrator Rachel Qiuqi ISBN-10 177164785X ISBN-13 9781771647854 Publisher Greystone Books,Canada Format Hardcover Imprint Greystone Books,Canada Country of Publication Canada Publication Date 2022-09-15 Illustrations Full color illustrations throughout UK Release Date 2022-09-15 DEWEY 813.6 Audience Children / Juvenile AU Release Date 2023-01-31 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:140089308;

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