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When the Bees Fly Home

Published
May 2002
Main Genre
General Fiction General Fiction
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Pages
36

About This Book

Jonathan isn't as strong or physical as his brother and can't seem to please his beekeeper dad when he tries to help on the farm.

Worried about the drought that has caused a big decrease in honey production, his dad is irritable and remote, seemingly unable to offer the acceptance that Jonathan yearns for. But one sleepless night Jonathan joins his mother in the kitchen making beeswax candles for sale, and discovers an outlet for his artistic talents that will make a big contribution to the family finances.  

  • Bee-fact sidebars buzz through this human story about a child trying to please his father.
  • In this expanded paperback edition, an "About Bees" appendix offers further natural history about these vital and fascinating insects.
  • Helps us see that sensitive, artistic boys have their own special place.
Fountas & Pinnell Level O

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Oct 2015 Tilbury House Publishers ISBN 0884484823
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First Edition May 2002 Tilbury House Pub ISBN 0884482383
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Oct 2015 Turtleback Books ISBN 0606402969
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