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The Beach Day

Three-and-a-Half Stories

Illustrated by Mark Teague
Book #3 of Bat, Cat & Rat
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About The Book

In the third book in the Bat, Cat & Rat series from New York Times bestsellers Ame Dyckman and Mark Teague, hijinks ensue when the roommates take a trip to the beach in three-and-a-half sweet and silly stories.

When warm weather hits, Bat, Cat, and Rat decide to head to the beach. But bus ride mishaps, hungry seagulls, and a missing kite threaten to take the fun out of the trio’s seaside afternoon.

In “Sweating,” a hot day inspires the roommates to hit the beach, until a missed bus stalls their plans.

In “Snacking,” Bat wants to share his snacks with everyone—seagulls included. But the gulls might be a little too hungry!

In “Flying,” when Rat’s kite goes missing, Bat puts his aerodynamic skills to good use to save the day.

Bat, Cat, and Rat’s irresistible friendship and amusing antics are sure to have kids laughing along.

About The Author

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Ame Dyckman

Ame Dyckman is the author of many books for children, including the Bat, Cat & Rat series, How Dinosaurs Went Extinct: A Safety Guide, and the New York Times bestselling Wolfie the Bunny. Ame lives with her family in central New Jersey. Visit her at AmeDyckman.com.

About The Illustrator

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Mark Teague

Mark Teague is an award-winning author and illustrator whose books include Fly!, King Kong’s Cousin, We Are Going to Be Pals!, and You Are Not Sleepy!. He is also the illustrator of Cat Dog, written by Mem Fox; the Bat, Cat & Rat series, written by Ame Dyckman; and the New York Times bestselling How Do Dinosaurs…? series, written by Jane Yolen.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Beach Lane Books (April 29, 2025)
  • Length: 48 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781665957434
  • Ages: 4 - 8

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