The Bat Scientists

The Bat Scientists introduces young readers to real scientists working to protect one of the most misunderstood animals of the night—bats.

Follow bat scientist Merlin Tuttle and his colleagues at Bat Conservation International as they study bats in the field and race to understand and stop a devastating disease called white-nose syndrome. This fungal illness has threatened entire bat populations, putting many species at risk.

Blending clear science with real-world problem solving, this book shows how curiosity, teamwork, and persistence can help protect wildlife. It also highlights why bats matter—to ecosystems, agriculture, and healthy environments—and how people can play a role in conservation.

Why we love it

• Features real scientists doing important conservation work
• Introduces disease ecology and wildlife protection in an age-appropriate way
• Helps kids understand why bats matter
• Inspires curiosity, empathy, and environmental stewardship

Great for

• Early elementary readers and up
• Kids interested in science, animals, and conservation
• Classrooms, homeschoolers, and libraries
• Pairing with nighttime wildlife or ecosystem studies

A compelling reminder that science isn’t just something you read about—it’s something people use every day to help protect the living world 🌙🦇📘