The Bee Tree

AUTHOR: Patricia Polacco
ILLUSTRATOR: Patricia Polacco

From the Publisher:

When Mary Ellen gets bored with her reading, Grandpa knows a hunt for a bee tree is just what she needs. Half the town joins the exciting chase, but it’s not until everyone returns home that Mary Ellen makes a discovery of her own: Sometimes, even the sweetest of things must be worked for.

* “Polacco has created another charming picture book featuring a child learning from a grandparent in an idyllic pastoral setting . . . Both the writing and artwork are fresh and inviting.” —School Library Journal, starred review

“The newest gem from Polacco’s treasure chest of family stories extols the virtue of reading–and of taking a study break . . . Like Mary Ellen, readers will emerge refreshed from this respite, ready to seek out new adventures.” —Publishers Weekly

“Young readers will savor this.” —The Horn Book

Leah’s Thoughts:

This one starts off a little silly, but it ends with such a sweet and meaningful moment. The chase through the countryside kept my boys engaged, and I loved the way it tied into the message about the sweetness of learning.