Bat and Rat are two best friends living in the big city. Together these nocturnal pals enjoy their favorite things, like riding the subway, dumpster diving in Chinatown, writing songs, and playing in a band. One hot summer night, while tasting their favorite flavors of ice cream, like mosquito ripple, they find the inspiration for the perfect new tunefor they realize their favorite favorite is each other.Written in a gentle, sweet style reminiscent of Arnold Lobel and Patrick McDonnell and with charming illustrations, Bat and Rat captures the tenderness of classic picture books with a hip, modern twist.Praise for Bat and RatCordells starry cityscapes combine with Jennings gentle text for an agreeable read-aloudwith a cherry on top.Kirkus Reviews"The clever artwork perfectly complements Jennings's sharp, funny wordplay. Children will delight in this charming story."School Library Journal"Cordells images of jazzy patrons at the Twelve OClock Room add interest, while his consistent use of spotlights, streetlights, circular images, and stage lights accentuate and complement Jennings focused attention on a unique and caring relationship."Library Media Connection

 

 

There are 40 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2012 by Abrams .

Matthew Cordell 's work has appeared in several books, including Leap Back Home to Me by Lauren Thompson and Itsy-Bitsy Baby Mouse by Michelle Meadows. He lives with his wife outside of Chicago. Patrick Jennings is the author of several children's books , including The Beastly Arms. Matthew Cordell is the illustrator of Trouble Gum and Like Pickle on a Cookie