Bugzee and the Bees is a heartwarming story about an African American family of beekeepers who are teaching its youngest member the importance of honeybees.

Bugzee does all kinds of jobs to help with the honeybees, but he is not allowed in the apiary because he is too little. “You’re not old enough,” his family always says. Bugzee's only wish is to get a beekeeping suit so he can get close to the hives and help his family even more.

Beekeeping and honeybees are not topics that everyone will enjoy... maybe because of the bad rap bees have. I get it... those stings hurt! But by reading this book you might become a little less fearful of this insect that helps provide 1/3 of the world’s food through pollination. And just below the surface you will see that this book is about how a family prepares to teach the newest member how to love and take care of the environment...one beehive at a time.

The Reviews are Coming in....

"This book tells a wonderful story of pollinators by instilling generational love of bees. Bugzee's story is perfect to share with young children to build on their observations of the natural world while creating the vocabulary to become a young bee expert! Read this book with your kids, grandkids and all the young children in your family to create your bee community! We cannot wait to read Bugzee's next adventure with his bees!" The Bee Cause Project Team

"I enjoyed reading Bugzee and the Bees because it is entertaining and educational. Children will learn new words about beekeeping and be introduced to awesome characters. Nocola Williams uses a warm and friendly tone throughout the book and captivates the reader with her writing."  –Readers’ Favorite Book Review
                                                                     

UPDATES
1.  I met with art designer Melinda Martin to review changes in font style and placement.  The book is turning out great. She is working on the cover design as I type this update.
2. Some of the rewards and goodies have started to arrive.

3. Check Out These New Illustration Spreads!!! What do you think?
Art Work by Tyrus Goshay
Art Design: Melinda Martin

4. 7/23/24 So far, I have secured two beekeeping organizations that work with children that we will share books donated through the campaign...Yay!