World Honey Bee Day

Celebrate World Honey Bee Day, annually on the third Saturday in August! As pollinators and honey producers, honey bees play an important role in our food system, yet their survival is threatened by climate change and pesticides. Learn how you can help support and protect bees. From the National Day Calendar website:

6 WAYS TO CELEBRATE WORLD HONEY BEE DAY

1. Collect and spread local wildflower seeds to promote honey bee pollination.

2. Flavors of honey vary depending on the variety of flowers and nectar available to the bees.

3. Clover, alfalfa, lavender, orange, and chestnut are just a few to choose from.

4. Replace your usual sweetener with honey for the day. Taste the difference!

5. Give the gift of honey to a friend, neighbor, co-worker or family member.

6. Share your sweet honey stories on social media tagging #WorldHoneyBeeDay.

And, I would add, read books about bees! Check out my Pinterest book board for suggestions about books, informational resources, and kids' crafts about bees. It's also linked from my Camilla, Super Helper book page, where you'll also find my read-aloud video and additional resources.

Let's celebrate honey bees!