Yogurt

The yogurt is a symbol of Bat's frustration over simple things. Bat is frustrated when he looks in the refrigerator to discover that his sister has eaten the last of the vanilla yogurt. His frustration intensifies when his mother does not stop at the grocery to get more yogurt before she comes home.

Earmuffs

Bat's earmuffs are symbols of Bat’s sensitivity to sounds and smells. Bat carries earmuffs with him and puts them on when sounds become overwhelming. Bat also puts these earmuffs on when Mr. Grayson suggests to Bat that Israel wants to be friends with Bat. The idea of someone wanting to be his friend is overwhelming to Bat emotionally.

Animal Encyclopedia

The animal encyclopedia is a symbol of Bat’s intelligence and curiosity. Bat loves animals and enjoys spending time learning about them while reading this animal encyclopedia. He can recite multiple...