Am I Even a Bee?

Am I Even a Bee? is a story about Osmia, a solitary bee, who questions her identity after encountering people and other insects that don't fit the black-and-yellow social mold. She meets Xyla, a carpenter bee, and discovers that diversity and acceptance are essential for a happy ecosystem. There is no one way to be a bee.

Format: Hardback
Length: 40 pages
Publication date: 19 May 2022
Publisher: Cameron & Company Inc

Am I Even a Bee? is the captivating tale of Osmia, a solitary bee with a distinctive green hue and a lack of fuzz. From a young age, Osmia has held steadfast in her belief that she is, in fact, a bee, following in the footsteps of her mother's teachings. However, her encounters with people and other insects have begun to cast doubt on her identity.

Confused and seeking solace, Osmia returns to the meadow where she grew up. It is there that she meets Xyla, a carpenter bee who, like Osmia, defies the traditional black-and-yellow social mold. Together, Osmia and Xyla embark on a series of adventures, encountering a diverse array of non-honey bees who each possess their own unique qualities and play vital roles in the meadow's ecosystem.

Through their journey, Osmia learns that while fame and recognition may be desirable, true happiness and fulfillment come from embracing diversity and accepting others for who they are. She realizes that there is no one singular way to be a bee, and that each individual contributes to the richness and complexity of the meadow's community.

In the end, Osmia emerges from her identity crisis with a newfound appreciation for the beauty and diversity of the natural world. She understands that being a bee is not about fitting a specific mold but about embracing one's unique qualities and contributing to the greater good of the ecosystem.

Dimension: 279 x 292 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781936097401