Pedro, Nick, Yulee, Sally and Martin are buzzing with excitement today!
The five friends are visiting Martin's neighbor, Mr. Cardinal. He keeps
beehives in his backyard, and he's offered to show them how honeybees
live. As the kids help Mr. Cardinal with his work, he explains how bees
feed and pollinate, what happens inside their colony, how they build
their hives and even why they like to dance! He also tells the friends
why some bee populations are in trouble and what people can do to help.
And the perfect sweet ending to the day? Honey, of course! These
children are sure to remember: it's best to "bee a friend" to the bees
of the world! This playful book mixes narration, facts and appealing
illustrations to introduce young children to why the world needs bees,
and how people can help them thrive.
It's part of the critically acclaimed Exploring Our Community series
from award-winning author and illustrator Scot Ritchie, which features
the same five culturally diverse characters throughout. Comprehensive
yet entertaining, the book encourages children to look closer at the
natural world around them, including in cities, and raises their
awareness about how each person can do something to help the
environment. It aligns perfectly with the early science curriculum,
particularly sustainability and stewardship, and understanding life
systems. Rounding out the information in the story are a full bee
illustration with the parts identified, a glossary and two activities
that can be done at home or in school.
