“With simple yet eloquent text and lovely realistic paintings, Melissa Stewart and Higgins Bond show readers what can be done to make sure that there will always be A Place for Bats… Affecting and empowering, this book might inspire kids to take a closer look at the environmental issues in their own backyard and get involved.” ―School Library Journal

“An essential science addition for a classroom library…” ―Reading Today

“Through her ‘A Place for…’ series, Stewart aims to inform young readers of how people’s activities affect animals with which we share our world. In the latest addition to the series, she discusses an often misunderstood and maltreated group, bats.” ―Science Magazine

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“The author leaves readers with a sense of urgency and understanding of why we should care about bats and gives suggestions on what to do to help save them. If you weren’t a bat lover before reading this book, your mind will certainly be changed after reading it. You might even find yourself going out to buy materials to start building bat boxes!” ―NSTA Recommends

“For younger audiences, teachers could read the top margin and, perhaps, summarize the more detailed information. Older children will enjoy the well-written specific stories about the various types of bats and the environmental impacts… The book is an amazing combination of beautiful pictures and vital information.” ―Books 4 Learning

“The beautiful acrylic illustrations by Higgins Bond not only show the lifelike features of the bats, but the scenic habitats as well. In fact, looking at the life-like faces makes the bats appear almost adorable, not scary at all, and the forests and caves are stunning.” ―Boys to Books

“Overall, the books are honest and also optimistic. Their structure invites younger buddies to read the larger, simpler type, while older children can focus on the more detailed sidebars.” ―Celebrate Science

“A Place for Bats by Melissa Stewart really opened my eyes and helped me understand a little more about bats (even though I still think they’re creepy). I liked that it talked a little bit about each kind of bat that lives in the United States, their disappearing habitats and what we could do to help… I can’t wait to share this book with my students.” ―Maestra Amanda’s Bookshelf

“A dozen bats are presented in this charming, fact-filled book, which introduces young readers to the ways that human action, or inaction, can affect bat populations.” ―Scene on Seven

“In simple yet informative language, A Place for Bats introduces young readers to ways human action or inaction can affect bat populations and opens kids’ minds to a wide range of environmental issues.” ―YA and Kids Books Central

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Parents’ Choice Recommended Award ―Parents’ Choice Foundation, 2012

NSTA Recommends ―National Science Teachers Association, 2012

Green Earth Book Award (Honor Book, Picture Book) ―Newton Marasco Foundation, 2013

Subaru / SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books (Children’s Science Picture Books Finalist) ―American Association for the Advancement of Science, 2013

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Correll Book Award ―University of Maine’s College of Education and Human Development, 2013

Kansas State Reading Circle Recommended Reading List (Intermediate) ―Kansas National Education Association, 2013

Delaware Diamonds (Nominee, Grades K-2) ―Diamond State Reading Association, 2013-2014

Keystone to Reading Elementary Book Award (Primary Nominee) ―Keystone State Reading Association, 2013-2014

Washington Children’s Choice Picture Book Award (Nominee) ―Washington Library Media Association, 2014

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Melissa Stewart earned degrees from Union College and New York University and worked as an editor. She is the author of more than sixty books and lives in Massachusetts. You can visit her website here.

Higgins Bond received a BFA from the Memphis College of Art and has illustrated many books for children. She lives in Tennessee. You can visit her website here.

“While the topic of the book is clearly turtles, the narrative…will get young minds thinking about the interconnectedness of organisms, ecology, and the impact of human actions on the world around them. A classroom-friendly blend of story and fact.” ―Booklist

“This is a worthy addition to the other titles in the ‘A Place for…’ series. After exploring this title, readers will certainly want to insure that turtles have safe places to live and grow.” ―Reading Today

“A Place for Turtles and others in the series would be a perfect choice for an Earth Day celebration. Unlike some books about threatened and endangered animals, this book remains positive by explaining what can be done to help mitigate threats. What a great way to learn more about turtles and help them at the same time.” ―Growing with Science

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“Beautifully painted and poetic… This type of specific information will work well for early-elementary reports. More specifics cover the front and back flyleaves, where each turtle’s habitat is shown in a colorful map. With that kind of information, parents and teachers could devise reading activities.” ―4th Grade Reading

“Like others in the ‘A Place for…’ series, this one provides a fascinating look at a diversity of turtles.” ―Archimedes Notebook

“Filled with lush color artwork throughout, this book also gives several turtle facts and has a handy bibliography.” ―Blue Owl Reviews

“This beautifully illustrated book about turtles gives a good introduction to young elementary children of the importance of preserving the natural habitats of wildlife and in particular turtles.” ―Chat with Vera

“The thing I enjoyed the most about this book though are the incredibly beautiful illustrations. Each turtle is painted in its natural habitat doing what they do. Some of the illustrations show people helping the turtles, some show the dangers. I appreciated the variety.” ―GeoLibrarian

“Families will find it interesting to talk about different projects that communities are undertaking to improve life for turtles.” ―Great Kid Books

“When [Stewart] had all the right material she needed she wrote this book in a way that our children will be encouraged to help the turtle and its habitat so they can live and grow. The illustrations are spot on with the author’s writings giving a visual look of the different kinds of turtles and their habitats.” ―It’s About Time MaMaw

“A fascinating look at the roles humans have played in the survival of many turtle species. The information is fascinating… The illustrations are tremendous.” ―Kid Lit Reviews

“A great introduction for children to become their own little turtle activist.” ―Letters, Numbers and Books

“The book is an excellent introduction to ecology and the impact of nature and man on the turtle. Perfect for the young scientist or ecologist.” ―Novel Nutritious

“Stewart writes with an engaging tone, inviting young readers to explore the subject… A fine choice for library nonfiction collections, this is a great introduction to turtles and an inspiring call to action for children.” ―Waking Brain Cells

“There is so much to love about this book. From the moment you open the cover, there is information. The endpapers have maps of a dozen North American turtles and their ranges. The main text, across the top of a gorgeous two-page illustration, is brief and accessible.” ―A Year of Reading

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Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12 ―National Science Teachers Association. Children’s Book Council, 2014

Society of School Librarians International Book Awards (Best Book, Science K-12) ―Society of School Librarians International, 2013

Green Earth Book Award (Nonfiction) ―The Nature Generation, 2014

Sigurd F. Olson Nature Writing Award for Children’s Literature ―Northland College, 2014

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NSTA Recommends ―National Science Teachers Association, 2013

Kansas State Reading Circle Recommended Reading List (Primary) ―Kansas National Education Association, 2014

Alabama Camellia Awards (Nominee, Grades 4-5) ―Alabama Department of Education, 2014-2015

Delaware Diamonds (Nominee, Grades K-2) ―Diamond State Reading Association, 2014-2015

Massachusetts Book Awards (Must-Read Children’s. Young Adult Literature) ―Massachusetts Center for the Book, 2014

Missouri Reading Circle (Primary) ―Missouri State Teachers Association, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, 2013

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Melissa Stewart earned degrees from Union College and New York University and worked as an editor. She is the author of more than sixty books and lives in Massachusetts. You can visit her website here.

Higgins Bond received a BFA from the Memphis College of Art and has illustrated many books for children. She lives in Tennessee. You can visit her website here.

“A good starting place for environmental studies.” ―Booklist

“Beautifully illustrated… and makes a strong case for conservation.” ―School Library Journal

“A perfect resource.” ―National Science Teachers Association

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“Awesome amphibians are the stars of this amazing book… top-notch watercolor illustrations depict the diversity of these fascinating creatures.” ―Nashville Parent Magazine

“Author Melissa Stewart offers children a glimpse into the interconnectedness of our world and shows how the actions of one species can inadvertently harm another. Illustrator Higgins Bond’s colorful, realistically detailed watercolor illustrations highlight the diversity of the species” ―It’s About Time MaMaw

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NSTA Recommends ―National Science Teachers Association, 2011

Green Earth Book Award (Honor Book, Nonfiction) ―Newton Marasco Foundation, 2011

Melissa Stewart earned degrees from Union College and New York University and worked as an editor. She is the author of more than sixty books and lives in Massachusetts. You can visit her website here.

Higgins Bond received a BFA from the Memphis College of Art and has illustrated many books for children. She lives in Tennessee. You can visit her website here.

“The information is presented in a simple and idealistic way for young readers. The full-color illustrations on every page are very detailed…” ―School Library Journal

“Attractive, informative introduction to fish and their conservation.” ―Booklist

“This nonfiction picture book glows with beautiful acrylic illustrations showing underwater, shoreline, and sea scenes…This total package of text and illustration attracts readers and provides facts for budding conservationists…” ―Library Media Connection

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“A Place For Fish is clear, concise, and written in short sentences that make it easy for children to understand. It is also quite lovely to behold, with brilliant illustrations (by artist Higgins Bond) that are so realistic, you’ll feel as if you can touch the fish with your fingers, or stick your big toe in the cool blue water.” ―Picture Book Depot

“Lush, colorful spreads draw in the reader and show the physical features of the fish in their environments. Inset art with the name of the fish adds more information. The acrylic art is done in the lovely style for which Peachtree is known and provides an up close picture of a variety of fish in their habitats…This book would make a good introduction to a study of environments, Earth Day, habitats, and interactions of animals in their environments.” ―Simply Science

“There’s a lot to love in this book, starting with the range maps filling the endpapers. So I was engaged before I even reached the title page – but what do you expect when you team up an award-winning writer with a scientific illustrator?” ―Archimedes Notebook

“Stewart brings young readers through a story of how human action, and sometimes inaction, can create issues for our friends living in the water. With tons of facts and stunning illustrations provided by Higgins Bond, your child can learn ways to help protect these important creatures.” ―Children and Teens Book Connection

“Older children could use the information from the sidebars for school projects; preschoolers could enjoy the narration written at the top of the page during a story time about sea life.” ―Curled Up with a Good Kids Book

“A Place for Fish is the perfect book to read during Earth Day celebrations. Not only does it introduce children to fish life around the country, it shows the impact that humans have on their survival. As with her previous books, the colorful & detailed illustrations (by Higgins Bond) really add to the book.” ―Jenn’s Bookshelves

“Stewart’s dual-level text is perfect for book buddy programs or classrooms with a large spread in ability levels.” ―Kate Narita

“A great book with a great message… with Earth day coming up this is definitely a great book to read to a classroom or at home.” ―Once Upon a Twilight

“Young readers will marvel at the beautiful fish, opening their minds to a world of possibilities and older readers will learn how to incorporate the lessons they learn as they read the book and interact with nature…” ―There’s a Book

“A Place for Fish is a great teaching tool that doesn’t feel too educational. It’s enjoyable. And did I mention beautiful? I highly recommend it!” ―A Word’s Worth

“With so many books shouting in our faces to “be careful” with our world, this book comes alongside readers more gently and exposes them to awareness without stern heavy-handedness. A pleasing read that will help children learn environmental responsibility.” ―YA and Kids Books Central

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Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12 ―National Science Teacher Association, Children’s Book Council, 2012

Green Earth Book Award (Shortlist, Children’s Nonfiction) ―Newton Marasco Foundation, 2012

Kansas State Reading Circle Recommended Reading List (Intermediate) ―Kansas National Education Association, 2012

Melissa Stewart earned degrees from Union College and New York University and worked as an editor. She is the author of more than sixty books and lives in Massachusetts. You can visit her website here.

Higgins Bond received a BFA from the Memphis College of Art and has illustrated many books for children. She lives in Tennessee. You can visit her website here.

“Gorgeous artwork shows up-close portraits of each butterfly, as well as a larger, detailed view of its habitat. Good observers will spot each butterfly, egg or caterpillar within the habitat.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“Rich with color and detail, Bond’s paintings of varied ecosystems offer plenty for children to see while they learn the facts about butterflies and the accessible message about conservation.” ―Booklist

“Eye-catching and informative.” ―School Library Journal

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“One of the best informational books about butterflies…Children will be lured in by the beautiful pictures and will come away filled with much new information.” ―The Carroll News

“Stewart combines the best parts of a field guide with engaging stories about environmental concerns facing butterflies across our country.” ―Ithaca Child

“This book is absolutely amazing! The inside covers of the paperback edition contain maps for where certain types of butterflies can be found. The main text is easily accessible for kids to read on their own or it can be used as a read aloud as well.” ―Maine Reading Association

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Green Earth Book Award (Nonfiction) ―Newton Marasco Foundation, 2007

Best Children’s Books of the Year ―Bank Street College of Education, 2007

Conservation Book of the Year Award ―Izaak Walton League of America, 2006

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Society of School Librarians International Book Awards (Best Book, Science K-6) ―Society of School Librarians International, 2006

Young Hoosier Book Award (Nominee, Picture Book) ―Association for Indiana Media Educators, 2009-2010

Kansas State Reading Circle Recommended Reading List (Primary) ―Kansas National Education Association, 2007

Best Books of the Year ―Science Books and Film, American Association for the Advancement of Science, 2006

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Melissa Stewart earned degrees from Union College and New York University and worked as an editor. She is the author of more than sixty books and lives in Massachusetts. You can visit her website here.

Higgins Bond received a BFA from the Memphis College of Art and has illustrated many books for children. She lives in Tennessee. You can visit her website here.

“An accessible introduction to environmental issues…effective and engaging… Bond’s acrylic illustrations depict realistic scenes with a crisp vibrancy. Put this one in the hands of budding scientists, environmentalists and nature lovers.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“Well organized and laid out and should make for a useful prompt for discussing human effects on the environment: statements about the problems birds encounter are accompanied by handsome, realistic paintings.” ―School Library Journal

“A useful addition to science collections.” ―Booklist

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“Bond’s full color illustrations extend the information provided in the text.” ―The Carroll News

“The information on the various species is equally enticing…The artwork throughout is true to life, rich with detail and natural color.” ―Bristol Herald Courier

“Although this book is geared toward children, parents and teachers may want to check it out because of the clear quality of writing and outstanding illustrations.” ―Library Media Connection

“Wonderful, realistic illustrations…” ―The News Tribune

“Beautiful illustrations and clear, concise text…a fascinating look at a variety of birds.” ―The Science Teacher, STARRED REVIEW

“Like other books in the series, this combines the best parts of a field guide with engaging stories about environmental concerns facing birds across our country…Another excellent book from this author/illustrator team.” ―Ithaca Child

“The book’s tone is spot on: practical, informed, and optimistic.” ―Natural History

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Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12 ―National Science Teachers Association, Children’s Book Council, 2010

CCBC Choices (The Natural World) ―Cooperative Children’s Book Center, 2010

Best Children’s Books of the Year ―Bank Street College of Education, 2010

Green Earth Book Award (Honor Book, Picture Book) ―Newton Marasco Foundation, 2010

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NSTA Recommends ―National Science Teachers Association, 2010

Society of School Librarians International Book Awards (Honor Book, Science K-6) ―Society of School Librarians International, 2009

Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Book ―Chicago Public Library, 2009

Keystone to Reading Book Award (Nominee) ―Keystone State Reading Association, 2010-2011

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Melissa Stewart earned degrees from Union College and New York University and worked as an editor. She is the author of more than sixty books and lives in Massachusetts. You can visit her website here.

Higgins Bond received a BFA from the Memphis College of Art and has illustrated many books for children. She lives in Tennessee. You can visit her website here.