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Explore Honey Bees!: With 25 Great Projects

by Cindy BLOBAUM
illus. by Bryan Stone. 96p. (Explore Your World!). chron. diag. further reading. glossary. index. websites. Nomad. Jun. 2015. Tr $19.95. ISBN 9781619302860; pap. $14.95. ISBN 9781619302907.
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Gr 3–6—Featuring well-organized chapters and colorful illustrations, this title sheds light on bee anatomy, social structure, life cycle, products, and more. Readers will gain a greater respect for these insects and an appreciation for their importance to humans. Vocabulary words are highlighted throughout. Many of the featured activities reinforce math and science skills and provide an opportunity for hands-on learning about topics such as hive design, communication, and treats made with honey. Projects include making snack bars out of honey, creating a paper hive, and fashioning a set of glasses that allow users to see the way a bee does. Younger students will appreciate the images and accessible directions, while the vocabulary and content are challenging enough for older readers.
VERDICT A solid text that lends itself well to classroom use as well as to individual research.
Reviewed by Denise Moore, formerly at O'Gorman Junior High School, Sioux Falls, SD , Jul 01, 2015

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