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When the honeybees in his backyard go on strike, bear Benedict is faced with a sweet dilemma. Determined to restore the hive’s productivity, he embarks on a quest to discover what the bees need to resume producing honey. Through playful persistence, the story explores cooperation, community, and the importance of understanding the needs of others.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Gerald Kelley
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