BITSY BAT, TEAM STAR (The Bitsy Bat Series), by Kaz Windness, Beach Lane Books, Feb. 4, 2025, Hardcover, $19.99 9Ages 4-8)
A young bat learns the importance of being a star teammate and friend in Bitsy Bat, Team Star, by Kaz Windness.
Bitsy Bat is a star student and the only fantastic flier at Crittercrawl Elementary…until a new nonspeaking student named Enzo Owl arrives and outflies her during recess. Bitsy worries her friends won’t think she’s special anymore, so she’s determined to beat Enzo in the upcoming Critter Games and prove she’s the better flier.
But when her friend Mo needs help during the race, Bitsy must choose between winning and being a star teammate. And while she’s at it, she just might discover that making a new friend is more special than any trophy.
This sequel to Bitsy Bat, School Star is told from an autistic perspective and celebrates how our differences make each of us shine brightly on our own and as part of a team. —Synopsis provided by Beach Lane Books
Bitsy Bat, Team Star is a cute story about differences, friendship and being a team player. There’s a lot of personality and expression in this book. Author-illustrator Kaz Windness brings it with bright text and adorable animal characters. It’s a fun read that preschoolers and kindergarteners will enjoy.
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