Adventures with Finn and Skip: Bee by Brendan Kearney

Buzz away with the bees in this sweet and timely story book that introduces children to the environmental concerns facing our bees

From award-winning author Brendan Kearney comes the fourth action-packed adventure for Finn and his dog, Skip, that takes them on a wild chase across a park, meadow, and field, as they learn all about bees and what they can do to help them.

When Finn and Skip’s chores are interrupted by a buzzing sound, they go in search of the source. They uncover the unexpected—a swarm of bees, looking for a place to nest … in their home! Frightened and worried, Finn and Skip flee. But then they learn something troubling about these fuzzy little insects they are so afraid of …

Offering a gentle, but richly imagined introduction to the environmental concerns facing our bees, grown-ups and children will enjoy following the story of Finn and Skip, with its ups and downs, and pointing out all the different ways they can help protect our ecosystems. 

With its fun, quirky illustrations and ultimately uplifting message, Bee will empower young readers with passion and drive, and will leave them with the thought that there is hope after all. It is simply the only choice for your bookshelf!

Brendan Kearney is a children’s book illustrator and author represented by Plum Pudding Illustration agency. His books included Musical Mac, Lady Pancake, and Sir French Toast book series written by Josh Funk, and the award-winning book The Night the Moon Went Missing. This is Brendan’s fifth book with DK.

Author Residence: England, UK

Author Hometown: Southwest of England