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Rufus : The Bat Who Loved Colours

Call no.: : JEF843.914/UNG
Author: : Ungerer, Tomi, 1931-2019, author, illustrator.
Contributor: : Siti Zalilah Binti Abang Zaidi
Summary: Rufus: The Bat Who Loved Colours is a gentle and imaginative story about Rufus, a little bat who feels different from the others because he is drawn to light and colour instead of darkness. When he discovers the vibrant world outside his cave, he becomes fascinated but his uniqueness also brings unexpected challenges. Told with simple yet meaningful storytelling, the book explores themes of identity, curiosity, and acceptance. Rufus’s journey reflects the quiet courage it takes to be different in a world that may not always understand you. Overall, it’s a short but thoughtful read, perfect for young readers, with a soft message about embracing who you are.