Bees
Insects Series
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What’s inside...
These books introduce natural history with vibrant full-color photos and approachable text. Each book explores different creatures or topics, such as bees, with details on their appearance, diet, and body parts. Additional facts, glossary terms, and explanatory diagrams enrich the reader's understanding, making these books ideal for young readers seeking to learn basic information through simple text and engaging visuals. They align with Common Core Standards and are correlated to state standards.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-11
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the bees do inside a hive?
Can you imagine why bees might be important to our environment?
How do you think the world would be different without bees?
What was the most surprising thing you learned about bees from this book?
If you were a bee, what job would you like to have in the hive?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by sharing something you find fascinating about bees to pique your child's interest.
Allow your child to express their thoughts first before providing explanations, to encourage independent thinking.
Link the discussion to a real-world context, such as pollination and the food we eat, to make the book's themes more relatable.
Encourage your child to ask their own questions about bees and offer to find the answers together, promoting research skills and curiosity.
After reading, consider visiting a local farm or botanical garden to see if you can spot bees in their natural habitat.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: In 'Bees' by Grace Hansen, children learn how bees work together to build their hive and collect nectar, demonstrating the power of collaboration.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or helping out with family chores, learning that cooperation can lead to great results.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The book shows how each bee has a specific role that contributes to the well-being of the hive, teaching children about the importance of responsibility.
Real-World Application: Kids can take on small responsibilities at home like taking care of a pet or keeping their room tidy, understanding their role in the family.
Example Lesson: The role of individual contributions in a community
Explanation: Grace Hansen illustrates how every bee, no matter how small, plays a vital part in the survival of the hive.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to see value in their own contributions at school or in their community, fostering a sense of belonging and importance.