We love this book because it is:
an exciting adventure
a fictional account of life as a bee
illustrated throughout
links to climate, mini beasts & the importance of bees.
promotes teamwork
Learning opportunities:
Writing ~ write a diary entry after Honey’s disastrous morning working in the nursery
Science ~ living things & their habitats / pollination
Writing ~ create a fact file about bees & hives
Maths ~ tessellation & hexagons
Art ~ learn to draw Honey: Draw Honey
DT ~ build a hive
Dance ~ choreograph your own waggle dance
PSHE: teamwork
Gardening ~ plant a bee friendly flower bed
Cooking ~ create a recipe using local honey
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