Bumblebees

There are thousands of species of bees in the world. How can you tell if a bee is a bumblebee? Look at the ground! These creatures build their nests under or near the ground, filling in holes or hiding in brush so as to stay out of the way of unfriendly predators. Readers learn this and more through this information-rich title, which explores the fascinating life of bumblebees. Written to support elementary science curricula, this title explores a bumblebee's life cycle, behavior, and physical characteristics, and fully explains this bug's role in its ecosystem. Colorful photographs, fact boxes, and accessible language make it fun to learn about the science behind bumblebees!