Bees, Shown to the Children
A Buzzing Introduction to Nature's Tiny WondersBy Ellison Hawks
Length3h
About this audiobook
In "Bees, Shown to the Children," Ellison Hawks employs a vivid and accessible prose style to explore the fascinating world of bees through a lens of both scientific inquiry and whimsical storytelling. This engaging text weaves together factual information about the life cycles, behaviors, and ecological importance of bees, while seamlessly incorporating illustrations and anecdotes that captivate young readers. Hawks positions the book within the broader tradition of children's literature focused on nature, where education intertwines with enchantment, making complex subjects approachable for a young audience. Ellison Hawks, a renowned naturalist and educator, has long championed the importance of entomology and environmental awareness in childhood development. His experiences working in community gardens and nature programs provided him with unique insights into how children connect with the natural world. It is this fervor for fostering curiosity that inspired Hawks to craft a book that not only entertains but also instills a sense of stewardship towards the environment 'Äì particularly in light of the concerning decline in bee populations globally. "Bees, Shown to the Children" is highly recommended for parents and educators seeking to inspire a love for nature in children. Its charming illustrations and engaging narrative not only educate but also encourage children to explore the outdoors and appreciate the vital role that bees play in our ecosystems. This book is an invaluable addition to any child's library.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length3 hrs
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 17, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I ABOUT THE BEE
24CHAPTER XXIV WORKERS IN THE CITY
2CHAPTER II THE QUEEN BEE
25CHAPTER XXV THE COMB BUILDERS
3CHAPTER III THE DRONE
26CHAPTER XXVI THE LIFE OF THE BEE
4CHAPTER IV THE WORKER BEE
27CHAPTER XXVII THE STORY OF THE QUEEN
5CHAPTER V THE MICROSCOPE
28CHAPTER XXVIII THE POLLEN GATHERERS
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6CHAPTER VI THE HEAD
29CHAPTER XXIX THE VARNISH MAKERS
7CHAPTER VII THE WONDERFUL ANTENNÆ
30CHAPTER XXX THE NECTAR GATHERERS
8CHAPTER VIII THE EYES
31CHAPTER XXXI THE WINTER SLEEP
9CHAPTER IX THE TONGUE AND MOUTH PARTS
32CHAPTER XXXII THE SWARM
10CHAPTER X THE JAWS
33CHAPTER XXXIII TAKING THE SWARM
11CHAPTER XI THE THORAX
34CHAPTER XXXIV THE OLD HIVE AFTER A SWARM
12CHAPTER XII THE LEGS
35CHAPTER XXXV THE MASSACRE OF THE DRONES
13CHAPTER XIII THE FIRST PAIR OF LEGS
36CHAPTER XXXVI HONEY
14CHAPTER XIV THE SECOND AND THIRD PAIR OF LEGS
37CHAPTER XXXVII MODERN BEE-KEEPING
15CHAPTER XV THE WINGS
38CHAPTER XXXVIII THE BEES’ ENEMIES
16CHAPTER XVI THE ABDOMEN
39CHAPTER XXXIX POWERS OF COMMUNICATION
17CHAPTER XVII THE BREATHING APPARATUS
40CHAPTER XL BEE FLOWERS
18CHAPTER XVIII THE STING
41CHAPTER XLI POLLEN
19CHAPTER XIX THE ANCIENTS AND BEES
42CHAPTER XLII BEES AND FLOWERS
20CHAPTER XX THE HIVE
43CHAPTER XLIII HOW FLOWERS PROTECT THEIR NECTAR
21CHAPTER XXI A VISIT TO A HIVE
44CHAPTER XLIV HOW FLOWERS ARE FERTILISED
22CHAPTER XXII THE CITY GATE
45CHAPTER XLV CONCLUSION
23CHAPTER XXIII THE GUARD BEES
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