You Are a Honey Bee!

Written by Laurie Ann Thompson · Illustrated by Jay Fleck

Book #1 in the Meet Your World series

Discover the secret life of bees and their daily adventures.

4.1 Goodreads · 216 ratings

32 pages· 569 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· AD500L

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Bookroo's summary

Explore the buzzing world of bees in this engaging picture book. Follow their journey from birth to first flight, uncovering their daily tasks like cleaning, feeding, and hive building. This interactive series invites young readers to learn about the fascinating lives of bees and other animals in their environment. Dive into a world where animal habits mirror our own, and discover the wonders of nature right outside your door. With playful art and intriguing facts, this book is a delightful introduction to the busy lives of bees and their role in our world.

From the publisher

The first in an adorable, STEM nonfiction picture book series that encourages very young readers to learn–through gentle interactivity and play–about the animals who share their world Swish, swoosh, fly! You might have heard the words “busy as a bee,” but what do bees actually do each day? Did you know bees clean their rooms, help feed baby bees, and build the hive they live in? From birth to first flight and beyond, discover all that goes into being a bee in this charming picture book, the first in the Meet Your World series. This playful and informative series invites you to take a closer look at the amazing animals that live right alongside you in rural, suburban, and urban landscapes across North America. In each book, words and art inspire you to act out animal actions that are not so different from your own habits. And robust backmatter offers even more facts and fun. From the animals’ families and foods to their environments and behaviors, let’s meet your world! “Of great value . . . Useful . . . Wonderful.” –SLJ

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