Mr Busby the beekeeper is the proud owner of hundreds of hives. Have a look inside them to find out how bees take care of their queen and make honey, then follow the swarm as they fly off into the countryside to collect nectar. Readers will learn about pollination and all the plants, insects, animals and birds that take part in the process; they will also find out the amazing ways bees are so crucial to life on earth.

Buzzing with lively illustrations and full of fascinating facts, this fun book is a must for all children interested in the natural world.

A colourful, fact-filled introduction to the world of bees

About the Author
Joanna Rzezak is a Polish illustrator and graphic designer living in Paris. Her work was included in the Bologna Children's Book Fair Opera Prima illustration exhibition, and she is the creator of 1001 Ants, also published by Thames & Hudson.

Reviews
'Beautiful ... both younger and older children (and even their grown-ups!) will love exploring the pages' - @littlelibraryowl
'A beauty ... charming' - @bookbairn
'Within each of the books the illustration is the real focus, with lots to explore' - @raising_bookworms, of the 1001 series



Book Information
ISBN 9780500652657
Author Joanna Rzezak
Format Hardback
Page Count 32
Imprint Thames & Hudson Ltd
Publisher Thames & Hudson Ltd
Weight(grams) 520g