The Bumblebee Garden

The Bumblebee Garden

In the chilly early spring, Ben and Grandpa are busy in the garden. Ben spots a fuzzy bumblebee in a cozy coat, just like him.

As spring turns to summer, Ben learns about the lives of bumblebees—how they grow from eggs into hungry larvae, spin cocoons, and eventually emerge as bees. Ben also notices what he has in common with his buzzy friends. When Grandpa explains that bees carry pollen that helps juicy strawberries grow in their garden, Ben asks if they can help the bees in return.

The Bumblebee Garden is a charming, lyrical story that teaches young children about the life cycle of bees and their importance to the balance of the natural world. The luminous illustrations will inspire readers to celebrate these remarkable, vital insects and help them thrive in their own gardens and nearby green spaces.

About the Author

Dawn Casey is an author, mother and story lover. She is inspired by the power and magic of tales of old and the wonder of the natural world. Her collection of stories and activities, The Barefoot Book of Earth Tales, won the Gold Award from Nautilus for “books of exceptional merit that promote spiritual growth, conscious living and positive social change.”