Bats

Virtual Family Storytime

Greeting

Storytime Song – “Open Shut Them” by Hap Palmer

Mystery Letter of the Week with Napoleon (Letter B) & Theme (Bats)

Interactive Question – Where do bats live?

Action Rhyme – “Two Little Black Bats“

Action Rhyme – “I’m a Bat“

Read a Book – I Am Bat by Morag Hood

Action Rhyme – “Five Little Bats“

Read a Book – Backyard Wildlife: Bats by Kari Schuetz

Action Rhyme – “Bats are Sleeping“

Read a Book – Superbat by Matt Carr

Goodbye Song – “Tickle the Stars”

Batman Day – September 18, 2021

“Batman Day is a global celebration…every September 18, we celebrate Batman and the ageless storytelling of his life through comic books and movies.” [.]

So, why not also learn about the infamous animal that gave him his name? Below are a few interesting facts about bats and different activities you can do together at home.

Did You Know?

There are over 1,400 species of bats worldwide.
Bats are the only flying mammal.
Bats can live for over 20 years and the longest-living bat known is 41 years old.
Baby bats are called pups, and a group of bats is a colony.
Bats are nocturnal (active at night).
Most bats feed on insects, while others eat fruit, fish, or even blood!
Some bats live by themselves while others live in caves with thousands of other bats.

Bat Watching in Texas

Learn more about the bats located in Texas and where to watch them by following this link!