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Don't run away from buzzing insects--this book will teach you how to be safe, and "bee" a good friend to these important pollinators Do you feel scared when you're outside hear that BUZZZZZ? Don't be! With this handy guide, learn everything you need to know about bees and other pollinators. In simple, accessible language, author New York Times best-selling author Toni Buzzeo describes how kids can be safe around stinging insects. Learn how to remain calm when you meet a bee and what to do if you get stung. Discover how to watch the pollinators in your backyard safely and why they are so important to things kids love, like their favorite foods. Perfect for the kid who needs some help gaining confidence outdoors and for the young explorers who can't stay out of the bushes. Joe Cepeda, Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor-winner and ALA Pura Belpré Honor-winning illustrator (and nature enthusiast), makes insects look friendly and fascinating with his vibrant colors.
Author: Toni Buzzeo
Publisher: Holiday House
Published: 06/16/2026
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.78lbs
Size: 10.27h x 8.32w x 0.38d
ISBN: 9780823459711
Audience: Ages 4-8
Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 04/01/2026
School Library Journal 05/01/2026 pg. 90
Booklist 05/01/2026
About the Author
Toni Buzzeo is a New York Times bestselling children's author. She has published twenty-nine picture books for kids as well as eleven books for teachers and librarians. A former librarian and college and high school writing teacher, Toni and her books have won many awards, including a Caldecott Honor for One Cool Friend, illustrated by David Small. Her fictional human and animal characters echo children's experiences in a variety of ways. Her nonfiction topics range from inspiring biographies of women scientists to board books about vehicles and transportation. Endlessly enthusiastic, Toni draws on her career experiences as an elementary school librarian in crafting her books and speaking with audiences of children in schools and libraries. Toni lives in Arlington, Massachusetts. Joe Cepeda received his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from California State University, Long Beach, and also studied Engineering at Cornell University. He is a fine artist, as well as an illustrator of more than thirty-five book jackets and picture books, which have received many honors including Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies, Parenting Magazine's Reading Magic Award, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award, Texas Library Association 2x2 Reading List, ALA Notable Books, and Child Magazine's Best Book of the Year. Joe illustrated Hey, Hey Hay! by Christy Mihaly, ¡Vamonos! Let's Go! by Rene Colato Lainez, and Swing Sisters by Karen Deans. He both wrote and illustrated the I Like to Read books--Up, I Dig, I See, and I Hop. I Hop received a Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor, given to the most distinguished books for beginning readers. Joe received an American Library Association Pura Belpré Honor (for outstanding books that celebrate the Latino cultural experience) and the Recognition of Merit Award from the George G. Stone Center for Children's Books. He lives in Claremont, California
Author: Toni Buzzeo
Publisher: Holiday House
Published: 06/16/2026
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.78lbs
Size: 10.27h x 8.32w x 0.38d
ISBN: 9780823459711
Audience: Ages 4-8
Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 04/01/2026
School Library Journal 05/01/2026 pg. 90
Booklist 05/01/2026
About the Author
Toni Buzzeo is a New York Times bestselling children's author. She has published twenty-nine picture books for kids as well as eleven books for teachers and librarians. A former librarian and college and high school writing teacher, Toni and her books have won many awards, including a Caldecott Honor for One Cool Friend, illustrated by David Small. Her fictional human and animal characters echo children's experiences in a variety of ways. Her nonfiction topics range from inspiring biographies of women scientists to board books about vehicles and transportation. Endlessly enthusiastic, Toni draws on her career experiences as an elementary school librarian in crafting her books and speaking with audiences of children in schools and libraries. Toni lives in Arlington, Massachusetts. Joe Cepeda received his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from California State University, Long Beach, and also studied Engineering at Cornell University. He is a fine artist, as well as an illustrator of more than thirty-five book jackets and picture books, which have received many honors including Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies, Parenting Magazine's Reading Magic Award, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award, Texas Library Association 2x2 Reading List, ALA Notable Books, and Child Magazine's Best Book of the Year. Joe illustrated Hey, Hey Hay! by Christy Mihaly, ¡Vamonos! Let's Go! by Rene Colato Lainez, and Swing Sisters by Karen Deans. He both wrote and illustrated the I Like to Read books--Up, I Dig, I See, and I Hop. I Hop received a Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor, given to the most distinguished books for beginning readers. Joe received an American Library Association Pura Belpré Honor (for outstanding books that celebrate the Latino cultural experience) and the Recognition of Merit Award from the George G. Stone Center for Children's Books. He lives in Claremont, California
Description
Don't run away from buzzing insects--this book will teach you how to be safe, and "bee" a good friend to these important pollinators Do you feel scared when you're outside hear that BUZZZZZ? Don't be! With this handy guide, learn everything you need to know about bees and other pollinators. In simple, accessible language, author New York Times best-selling author Toni Buzzeo describes how kids can be safe around stinging insects. Learn how to remain calm when you meet a bee and what to do if you get stung. Discover how to watch the pollinators in your backyard safely and why they are so important to things kids love, like their favorite foods. Perfect for the kid who needs some help gaining confidence outdoors and for the young explorers who can't stay out of the bushes. Joe Cepeda, Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor-winner and ALA Pura Belpré Honor-winning illustrator (and nature enthusiast), makes insects look friendly and fascinating with his vibrant colors.
Author: Toni Buzzeo
Publisher: Holiday House
Published: 06/16/2026
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.78lbs
Size: 10.27h x 8.32w x 0.38d
ISBN: 9780823459711
Audience: Ages 4-8
Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 04/01/2026
School Library Journal 05/01/2026 pg. 90
Booklist 05/01/2026
About the Author
Toni Buzzeo is a New York Times bestselling children's author. She has published twenty-nine picture books for kids as well as eleven books for teachers and librarians. A former librarian and college and high school writing teacher, Toni and her books have won many awards, including a Caldecott Honor for One Cool Friend, illustrated by David Small. Her fictional human and animal characters echo children's experiences in a variety of ways. Her nonfiction topics range from inspiring biographies of women scientists to board books about vehicles and transportation. Endlessly enthusiastic, Toni draws on her career experiences as an elementary school librarian in crafting her books and speaking with audiences of children in schools and libraries. Toni lives in Arlington, Massachusetts. Joe Cepeda received his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from California State University, Long Beach, and also studied Engineering at Cornell University. He is a fine artist, as well as an illustrator of more than thirty-five book jackets and picture books, which have received many honors including Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies, Parenting Magazine's Reading Magic Award, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award, Texas Library Association 2x2 Reading List, ALA Notable Books, and Child Magazine's Best Book of the Year. Joe illustrated Hey, Hey Hay! by Christy Mihaly, ¡Vamonos! Let's Go! by Rene Colato Lainez, and Swing Sisters by Karen Deans. He both wrote and illustrated the I Like to Read books--Up, I Dig, I See, and I Hop. I Hop received a Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor, given to the most distinguished books for beginning readers. Joe received an American Library Association Pura Belpré Honor (for outstanding books that celebrate the Latino cultural experience) and the Recognition of Merit Award from the George G. Stone Center for Children's Books. He lives in Claremont, California
Author: Toni Buzzeo
Publisher: Holiday House
Published: 06/16/2026
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.78lbs
Size: 10.27h x 8.32w x 0.38d
ISBN: 9780823459711
Audience: Ages 4-8
Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 04/01/2026
School Library Journal 05/01/2026 pg. 90
Booklist 05/01/2026
About the Author
Toni Buzzeo is a New York Times bestselling children's author. She has published twenty-nine picture books for kids as well as eleven books for teachers and librarians. A former librarian and college and high school writing teacher, Toni and her books have won many awards, including a Caldecott Honor for One Cool Friend, illustrated by David Small. Her fictional human and animal characters echo children's experiences in a variety of ways. Her nonfiction topics range from inspiring biographies of women scientists to board books about vehicles and transportation. Endlessly enthusiastic, Toni draws on her career experiences as an elementary school librarian in crafting her books and speaking with audiences of children in schools and libraries. Toni lives in Arlington, Massachusetts. Joe Cepeda received his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from California State University, Long Beach, and also studied Engineering at Cornell University. He is a fine artist, as well as an illustrator of more than thirty-five book jackets and picture books, which have received many honors including Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies, Parenting Magazine's Reading Magic Award, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award, Texas Library Association 2x2 Reading List, ALA Notable Books, and Child Magazine's Best Book of the Year. Joe illustrated Hey, Hey Hay! by Christy Mihaly, ¡Vamonos! Let's Go! by Rene Colato Lainez, and Swing Sisters by Karen Deans. He both wrote and illustrated the I Like to Read books--Up, I Dig, I See, and I Hop. I Hop received a Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor, given to the most distinguished books for beginning readers. Joe received an American Library Association Pura Belpré Honor (for outstanding books that celebrate the Latino cultural experience) and the Recognition of Merit Award from the George G. Stone Center for Children's Books. He lives in Claremont, California
