Book details
The Honey Bee's Hive: A Thriving City (Spectacular Animal Towns)
Description
Tour one of nature's coolest towns—the honey bee's hive! Thousands of honey bees live and work in their hive. These intricate towns are made up of hexagonal cells that can store honey and pollen, or serve as the nursery. In their highly structured society, work is divided among queen, drone, and worker bees. Each of the honey bees has a job to do, and when they all work together, their communities thrive! Jaw-dropping photos, a habitat map, and fascinating information will captivate young readers as they learn about these truly spectacular animal towns.
Age
7-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
32 pages
Why to read
- Educational Value: The book provides an in-depth look at the complex social structure and functioning of a honey bee hive, which is an excellent educational resource for readers of all ages interested in learning about the intricacies of animal societies.
- Environmental Awareness: Reading 'The Honey Bee's Hive: A Thriving City' can increase awareness about the importance of honey bees to our ecosystem, highlighting their role in pollination and the challenges they face, thereby fostering a greater appreciation for biodiversity and conservation efforts.
- Stunning Visuals: Joyce L. Markovics is known for integrating spectacular visuals into her work, and this book is no exception. It offers readers the opportunity to visually explore the inner workings of a bee hive, making the learning experience more engaging and memorable.
- Inspiration for Nature Enthusiasts: The book serves as an inspiration for nature enthusiasts and aspiring entomologists by providing a detailed look at one of nature's most fascinating architectural marvels, encouraging readers to further explore and appreciate the natural world around them.