"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces honeybees to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--.
As a stinkbug Bud has problems: despite his best efforts he smells too sweet and flowery--but when April the bee invites him to her hive for a dance party he discovers his true talent.
"What's that buzzing around? It's a busy bee! With beautiful, engaging, and authentic photos, and accessible text, kids will learn all about these incredible insects in this Level 2 reader"--From the publisher's web site.
Presents an overview of the influence of honey bees and beekeeping on American history and culture, both ideologically and symbolically, including information on the European introduction of bees to the New World to the modern pollination fields of California.