Bees’ vibrant stripes, busy behavior, and essential role in our ecosystem make them an excellent topic for young readers. Here is a collection of bee books for preschool that introduce kids to the enchanting world of bees. From whimsical tales to educational stories, these books spark curiosity, teach important facts, and provide a swarming start to your bee theme!
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Bee Lesson Plans
In the Trees, Honey Bees
by Lori Mortensen
In the Trees, Honey Bees by Lori Mortensen uses simple rhymes to describe all bees’ busy work, from collecting nectar and pollen to making wax for honeycombs to feeding the larva and the queen. It also includes extra facts on each page to dive deeper into the life of bees, perfect to introduce these insects during your bee theme.
Questions:
- How does the scout bee tell the other bees where flowers are?
- How many queens live in a hive?
- How do bees cool off the hive?
Are You a Bee?
by Judy Allen & Tudor Humphries
Are You a Bee? by Judy Allen and Tudor Humphries asks the reader, “Are you a bee?” and then proceeds to describe the busy life of bees and all the challenges bees face and overcome. Such a great book to add to your collection of bee books for preschoolers!
Questions:
- Does anyone know the name of the shape with six sides?
- What are some places bees live?
- What are some of the jobs bees do? Which would you like to do the most?
- What helps bees drink nectar deep inside of flowers?
The Very Greedy Bee by Steve Smallman
Bee Books for Preschoolers
The Very Greedy Bee by Steve Smallman is the tale of a bee who, you guessed it, would not share his nectar nor the meadow full of flowers with any other bee. Well, after over-indulging, the greedy bee was so fat he couldn’t fly home, but thanks to some new friends, he figured out a way back to the hive and reflected on keeping all the good stuff to himself.
Questions:
- Has there ever been something that you didn’t want to share with anyone else?
- Who helped the bee get home?
- How does the bee change from the beginning to the end of the story?
- What should we do if someone wants to share a toy I'm playing with?
The Big Honey Hunt
by Stan & Jan Berenstain
The Big Honey Hunt by Stan & Jan Berenstain shows how Papa Bear and Baby Bear follow a bee to find honey instead of just going to the honey store to buy it. Unfortunately, the task is harder than it seems, as they encounter many other angry creatures in trees along the way.
Questions:
- What problem does the bear family face?
- What do the bears follow to find honey?
- Which other animals do the bears find in the hollow trees?
- How do the bears escape the swarm of bees?
- Do you think it’s good to never give up? Why?
The Honeybee by Kirsten Hall
Bee Books for Preschoolers
The Honeybee by Kirsten Hall has verses that flow beautifully and easily. In this book, we journey along with a honeybee, one of nature’s hardest workers. This is a great introduction to bees with beautiful illustrations and facts.
Questions:
- What do you think is making the humming and buzzing noise?
- What are the bees’ sacs full of on their legs?
- How do the bees change nectar into honey?
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Each of these bee books for preschool offers a unique blend of fun and education, helping young learners discover the fascinating world of bees. Whether it’s through engaging stories or intriguing facts, these books are sure to inspire curiosity and a love for nature in your little ones. So, grab a book, cuddle up with your preschooler, and dive into the buzzing adventure of bees together!
