WATERCRESS gets an ecological twist in this celebration of honeybees, agriculture, family, and--above all--kid power in the latest addition to Disney Planet Possible Books. An eighteen-wheeler barrels across the country, loaded with over 400 beehives. It's bound for the almond groves of California, and seven-year-old JJ is along for the ride!
Once there, the honeybees will pollinate the almond flowers, bouncing from tree to tree to help the almonds grow. These beehives are part of the honeybee highway, an expansive network of commercial beehives that play an essential role in growing the food that feeds the people of our world--just ask Joey J. She's a honeybee expert and an essential member of her uncle's team. Uncle Mike, Jose, and Joey load up the bee crates and make the long journey across the country--stopping only at night so as not to disturb the bees. After that, there is a lot to worry about, like how to keep the bees cool, passing inspection, and wondering if native pollinators will ever be able to help grow enough food to feed the planet.
With the lyricism and family relationships of favorites like WATERCRESS, this stunning debut sheds light on a little-known piece of our world's food supply and celebrates the magnificent honeybee.
