Begin with a Bee

Synopsis The story of the life of one queen bee, a rusty-patched bumblebee, teaches us not only about bees but also about our own responsibilities in the natural world. Looking closely at the life cycle of the one bee, this book helps readers of all ages understand and appreciate the contributions and significance of all bees. The queen bee’s life unfolds through captivating illustrations, while the authors impart the poetry and basic science of the rusty-patched bumblebee, the first bee to appear on the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Endangered Species list.

Authors Liza Ketchum, Jacqueline Briggs Martin and Phyllis Root
Illustrations by Claudia McGehee