Books About Honey

The Best Honey Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about honey? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Honey

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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1962

The Big Honey Hunt

By Stan Berenstain · The Berenstain Bears Beginner Books series

A father and son bear go on a honey hunt to find honey to fill their empty honey pot.

72 pages· 748 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud

4.3/7 Bookroo·4.1/5 Goodreads · 3,337 ratings

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Summary: The Bear family is out of honey, and Father Bear, with Small Bear in tow, embarks on a quest to find fresh honey straight from the hive. Ignoring Mother Bear's advice to buy it from the store, they follow a bee into the wild. Will their pursuit lead to sweet success or sticky trouble? Join this delightful adventure as Father Bear's unconventional methods teach Small Bear about the unpredictable nature of seeking honey. Perfect for early readers, this tale combines humor and excitement, sparking curiosity and a love for reading.

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$1697

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2022

Honeybee Rescue

By Loree Burns

A honeybee rescuer relocates a colony, revealing secrets to saving bees and our ecosystem.

40 pages· 1,056 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud

4.4 Goodreads · 194 ratings

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Summary: Join Mr. Nelson, a dedicated honeybee rescuer, as he tackles the challenge of relocating a bee colony from a barn using innovative methods. With each step, he unveils the delicate balance of nature and the crucial role bees play in our ecosystem. As he navigates this buzzing adventure, discover the surprising techniques that can help protect these vital creatures. Will his efforts ensure the bees' survival and teach us how to safeguard our environment? Dive into this captivating journey and find out how one man's mission could change the fate of our buzzing friends.

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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2020

Honeybee

By Candace Fleming, Eric Rohmann (Illustrator)

A honeybee's journey from hive worker to sky adventurer unfolds with challenges and triumphs.

Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award (2021)Orbis Pictus Honor (2021)

40 pages· 1,575 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud

4.5 Goodreads · 2,001 ratings

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Summary: Apis, a determined honeybee, emerges from her cell, ready to serve her hive. She cleans, feeds, and defends, but dreams of flying. As she grows, Apis faces the ultimate test: leaving the hive to explore the vast sky. Will she succeed in her quest for nectar and freedom? Discover her transformation in this beautifully illustrated tale of resilience and adventure.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2020

The Sticky Situation

By Geronimo Stilton · Book #75 in the Geronimo Stilton series

Can Geronimo uncover who's sabotaging their honey harvest?

128 pages· 7,699 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.4 Goodreads · 226 ratings

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Summary: Geronimo Stilton and his cousin Trap embark on a sweet adventure, learning to make honey on the family farm. But as they prepare for the Sweet Taste of Mouse Island contest, mysterious sabotage threatens their efforts. With the competition heating up, can they unmask the culprit before their dreams are dashed? Dive into a sticky mystery where every clue counts and the stakes are as high as the honeycomb!

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

Wild Honey from the Moon

By Kenneth Kraegel

A mother embarks on a lunar quest to save her son.

64 pages

4.2 Goodreads · 339 ratings

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Summary: Mother Shrew's son is gravely ill, and only moon honey can save him. Armed with her red umbrella, she faces daunting challenges—a sinister owl, wild mares, and furious bees. Can her unwavering love conquer the impossible?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1997

The Life and Times of the Honeybee

By Charles Micucci · The Life and Times series

Uncover the secrets of bees' dance, sting, and honey-making.

32 pages· 918 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud

4.4 Goodreads · 149 ratings

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Summary: Dive into the buzzing world of honeybees, where smoke calms, dances communicate, and a single sting can be a bee's last. Explore the hive's intricate organization and the fascinating process of honey-making. Discover the beekeeper's role and the surprising uses of beeswax, from lipsticks to surfboard waxes. This engaging journey reveals the wonders of one of nature's most industrious insects, blending humor with science to make learning about bees both fun and enlightening.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

The Honeybee

By Kirsten Hall, Isabelle Arsenault (Illustrator)

Discover the buzzing world of a honeybee's journey.

40 pages· 495 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

5.2/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,496 ratings

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Summary: Join a honeybee on its vibrant journey from flower to flower. Experience the buzz and hum of its world through lively verse and stunning illustrations. What secrets does this tiny creature hold in its essential role in nature? Dive into a celebration of the honeybee's vital importance and uncover the beauty of its buzzing life.

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2013

Flight of the Honey Bee

By Raymond Huber · Read and Wonder series

A bee's perilous quest for nectar could save her hive from winter's chill.

32 pages· 895 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud

4.2 Goodreads · 417 ratings

Paperback

Summary: Scout, a brave honey bee, embarks on a critical mission to find the last autumn flowers. Her journey is fraught with danger, as she must navigate using sunlight and scents, all while avoiding predators. The hive's survival through the harsh winter depends on her success. Will Scout's determination and instincts be enough to secure the nectar needed for her hive's honey? Dive into the world of bees and discover the delicate balance of nature in this captivating tale of survival and adventure.

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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2012

UnBEElievables

By Douglas Florian

Discover the secret lives of honeybees and their crucial role in our world.

32 pages· 1,452 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud

4.1 Goodreads · 345 ratings

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Summary: Step into the vibrant world of honeybees through a collection of whimsical poems. Explore their intricate lives, from bustling hives to their essential role in nature. As bee populations dwindle and honey prices soar, uncover the surprising wonders of these tiny, vital creatures. Will their story inspire a new appreciation for these buzzing heroes?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2022

A Bear, a Bee, and a Honey Tree

By Daniel Bernstrom, Brandon James Scott (Illustrator) · Bear, Bee series

A hungry bear and angry bees clash in a wild chase.

40 pages

4.1 Goodreads · 595 ratings

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Summary: A hungry bear stumbles upon a hive of angry bees, sparking a lively chase through the forest. As the bear seeks honey, the bees defend their home with buzzing determination. Will the bear satisfy its sweet tooth, or will the bees drive it away? This playful tale, filled with rhythmic wordplay and vibrant illustrations, invites young readers to join the fun and discover the surprising outcome of this epic encounter.

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Honey Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about honey for preschool and elementary-age readers.

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Please Please the Bees

Ages 4–8 · 2017

A bear's honey supply is cut off when bees strike. Can he win them back?

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The Honeybee Man

Ages 4–8 · 2011

A beekeeper's rooftop hive holds the secret to a neighborhood's favorite honey.

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The Berenstain Bears' Class Trip

Ages 4–8 · 2009

A class trip to a honey farm promises a sticky adventure.

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The Beeman

Ages 5–6 · 2002

A child reveals Grandpa's secret life as a beekeeper.

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$1899

What's Your Favorite Food?

Ages 4–8 · 2019

Discover artists' favorite foods through delightful illustrations and stories.

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Unstinky

Ages 4–8 · 2018

A stinkbug can't stink. Can he find his true talent?

#8 in Series

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The Magic School Bus Inside a Beehive

Ages 4–8 · 1996

A magical bus trip reveals the secret life of bees.

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Jam & Honey

Ages 3–7 · 2011

A girl and a bee meet in a berry patch, facing a shared fear.

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Honey

Ages 3–6 · 2018

Bear wakes hungry for honey, but must wait for the buzzing promise of sweetness.

Bee

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Bee

Ages 5–8

This book explores the life cycle, behavior, and role of bees in nature, from their development in the hive to their importance in pollination and honey production.