Betty the Bee Who Couldn't Buzz: The Gift of Knowing When to Rest

Betty the Bee is always busy.There are flowers to visit, pollen to carry, friends to greet-and Betty has a buzz that lets everyone know she's on the job!Buzz... buzz... BUZZ!But Betty is so busy that sometimes she forgets to stop.Then one morning, something terrible happens.Her buzz is GONE!Betty tries everything to get it back. She sings. She marches. She wiggles. Her friends offer idea after idea, but nothing works.And Betty begins to wonder something much bigger: If she can't buzz... is she still a real bee?With a little wisdom from Grandpa Turtle, Betty discovers that resting isn't the same as doing nothing. Sometimes our bodies need time to slow down, and sometimes slowing down helps us notice the beautiful things we've been rushing past.And most importantly, Betty learns that what she can do isn't what makes her special.Betty the Bee Who Couldn't Buzz is a heartwarming and gently funny story about self-worth, rest, slowing down, handling frustration, and knowing that you are valuable simply because you are you.Perfect for children ages 3-7, bedtime reading, preschool and elementary classrooms, quiet-time conversations, and families helping little ones understand that they don't always have to be busy, productive, or perfect.