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The King of Bees
Contributor(s): Laminack, Lester L. (Author), LaMarche, Jim (Illustrator)
ISBN: 1561459534     ISBN-13: 9781561459537
Publisher: Peachtree Publishers
OUR PRICE:   $17.09  
Product Type: Hardcover
Published: April 2018
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Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Fiction | Science & Nature - General
- Juvenile Fiction | Lifestyles - Country Life
- Juvenile Fiction | Animals - Insects, Spiders, Etc.
Dewey: E
LCCN: 2017022430
Lexile Measure: 600
Physical Information: 0.4" H x 10.8" W x 10.6" (1.06 lbs) 32 pages
Themes:
- Demographic Orientation - Rural
- Topical - Family
Accelerated Reader Info
Quiz #: 195839
Reading Level: 3.7   Interest Level: Lower Grades   Point Value: 0.5
 
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc.
Publisher Description:

A gentle intergenerational tale for young readers about the importance of patience and the fascinating work of beekeeping. From award-winning author Lester Laminack and celebrated illustrator Jim Lamarche.

"A gentle tale full of Southern charm... LaMarche's] ink-and-watercolor spreads are light and dreamy, with evocative sunrise shades and detailed looks at beekeeping equipment and the bees themselves." --Publishers Weekly

"Informative and visually dazzling." --School Library Journal

Henry wants nothing more than to be like his Aunt Lilla and work with the beehives on their Lowcountry farm. He watches her every day, working hard outside in her bee suit, but what amazes him the most is her ability to communicate with the bees. Henry feels certain he can, too. Then one day, Aunt Lilla tells him the bees are preparing to leave the hive and may leave the farm entirely. Henry believes it is up to him to communicate with the bees and convince them to stay, before it's too late.

An author's note includes additional information about bees and bee conservation.

Teacher's Guide available


Contributor Bio(s): LaMarche, Jim: - Jim LaMarche is one of the most talented artists working in children's books today. His many successful books include Rainbabies and Albert, which was selected as a New York Times Best Illustrated Book. He lives in California.Laminack, Lester L.: - Lester L. Laminack is a specialist in children's literacy and professor emeritus at Western Carolina University. Laminack has written numerous books and articles for educators and is a familiar speaker at professional meetings and reading associations nationwide. He lives in North Carolina.