Bee: Nature's Tiny Miracle
Peek-through Nature Series
What’s inside...
This beautifully illustrated picture book takes readers on a journey through the busy world of bees. With peek-through pages and rhyming text, it celebrates the importance of bees in nature and the miracle of pollination they perform every day. The book showcases the delicate work of the small insect responsible for spreading life among the flowers it encounters on its path. The beautiful illustrations by award-winning artist Britta Teckentrup show how colorful the places are where the bee and its diligent swarm pass, and the musical rhymes guide the reader through a story full of poetry.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-6
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do you think bees are important for nature?
How do you feel when you see the colorful illustrations of the flowers and bees?
What can we do to help bees in our own garden?
How do you think the garden would look if there were no bees?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by expressing your own fascination with nature and bees. Share personal stories or observations about bees from your garden to spark interest. As your child answers the questions, listen actively and show enthusiasm for their ideas. Encourage them to think creatively by asking how they might draw their own bee-friendly garden. Lastly, consider ending the discussion with a fun activity like planting flowers that attract bees.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: The story illustrates how bees work together to pollinate flowers and produce honey, highlighting the collective effort needed to accomplish their goals.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to collaborate with others at school or in group activities, understanding that teamwork can lead to successful outcomes.
Example Lesson: Resilience and persistence
Explanation: The bee faces various challenges but continues to strive and fulfill its role in nature, demonstrating determination.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to persist despite difficulties whether it’s in learning new skills, solving problems, or dealing with day-to-day challenges.
Example Lesson: Environmental awareness
Explanation: The book educates about the crucial role bees play in our ecosystem, particularly in pollination.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to take part in environmental conservation activities like planting flowers or participating in local clean-up days.
Example Lesson: Appreciation for nature’s interconnectivity
Explanation: Through the journey of the bee, children see how various elements of the ecosystem are connected, emphasizing the balance of nature.
Real-World Application: This can foster a sense of responsibility in children to care for their environment and promote a better understanding of how their actions impact the world around them.