Books Like The Summer We Saved the Bees
Families who loved The Summer We Saved the Bees by Robin Stevenson often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved The Summer We Saved the Bees by Robin Stevenson often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your middle-schooler begins to feel a sense of 'secondary embarrassment' regarding your lifestyle, career, or public advocacy. It is a perfect choice for children who are navigating the delicate balance between family loyalty and the need for a private, normal identity. The story follows Wolf and his siblings as they travel across the country in a bee-themed van because of their mother's intense environmental activism. While it centers on the ecological importance of honeybees, the heart of the story explores the tension between a parent's passion and a child's right to their own voice. It is a humorous and poignant look at growing up, setting boundaries, and learning that you can love your family while still wanting a different life for yourself. Suitable for ages 9 to 12, it validates the complex feelings of kids who feel like their parents' choices define them.
