Little Bee's Flower

Ages 4 to 7, Grades P to 2

A heartwarming tale buzzing with sincerity, humor, and kindness, Little Bee's Flower is about the courage in venturing out on your own--and also the strength in asking for help sometimes."Souva's textured nature renderings and softened tones complement this little bee's determined journey. A squat trim mirrors Little Bee's size, reminding readers that she is small but mighty. . . Gently models finding courage and asking for help."

--Kirkus ReviewsFor the first time, Little Bee goes out on her own on a very important mission: to find a flower. But what does a flower look like? What does it smell like? As she learns from other animals what makes a flower, she worries: will she ever find what she's looking for?This book is about doing something for the first time and all the fear, excitement, anxiety, and hope that comes with the new experience. Included at the back are cool facts about bees and their amazing contributions to the world.

About the Author

Jacob Souva is a writer and illustrator for children's books, including Pedro's Pan, Where Does a Cowgirl Go Potty?, and Where Does a Pirate Go Potty? Little Bee's Flower is his book as a debut author. He finds inspiration in simple shapes, color, and texture and loves to create art that makes kids laugh. He lives in upstate New York with his wife and two sons.