bees

Dee the bee pollinates fruits and vegatables.

"This search-and-find book invites emergent readers to look for new vocabulary words and pictures while giving simple facts about a bee's body parts and behaviors"--.

"Explores the roles of bees in ecosystems, including bees' importance to ecosystems, threats to bee populations, and conservation efforts. Features sidebars, two infographics, and a . . . special feature"--Provided by publisher.

"Did you know there are blue bees and green bees? That there's one species of bee that nests in snail shells? Or that many bees don't live in hives? With more than 20,000 species of bees on Earth, there's more to bees than just honey! [This book] gives you a close-up vies of busy buzzers from around the world. From the familiar western honeybee to the extra-large Himalayan giant honeybee and Australia's vibrant neon cuckoo bee, these pages are packed with detailed photos and fascinating facts on more than 50 species of bees. In-depth species profiles hel you identify bees, learn about bee-havior, and discover your favorites! And special features examine topics like hive life, nest cells, and other pollinators."--Back cover.

A brief introduction to bees, discussing their role in pollination and more.

"To some people, bees might seem like pests, especially when they're using their stingers or buzzing around a picnic. However, they're incredibly important parts of nature. Without bees, much of the food supply for humans and animals could dwindle. With the help of this informative volume, young readers learn all about the importance of these interesting insects . . . Readers also learn about the dangers bees face and how they can help"--Provided by publisher.

"What is a baby bee called? How do bees change as they grow? Young readers will discover the answers to these questions and more in [this book]"--Back cover.

Barry the bee breaks Bee Law and talks to a human--a woman named Vanessa--after she saves his life.

Originally written as a children's song, Willbee the bumblebee is embarrassed (and chilly) when his snazzy black-and-yellow jersey gets caught on a rose thorn and unravels--but Monica the butterfly and Steve the spider come to his rescue.

Publisher Annotation: Get up close and personal with Apis, one honeybee, as she embarks on her journey through life, complete with exquisitely detailed illustrations.