Description

An uplifting story about starting nursery with a bubbly neurodiverse child at its centre. Written from the heart by debut, neurodiverse author, George Kirk, and illustrations buzzing with charm from Ana Gomez.

Bessie’s head is full of bees, absolutely buzzing with them. And that is just fine. Until one morning, Granny takes them somewhere new. . . NURSERY! Soon Bessie realises that no one else at nursery has bees, so she keeps hers hidden inside. Now Bessie’s head isn’t just buzzing with bees. . . it’s BURSTING with them!

Can Granny help Bessie back to feeling like herself again? And will Bessie find a way to share her bees with everyone in a way that feels right?

This empowering story gives voice to the often complex experiences of growing up with ADHD through the visual, accessible metaphor of bees. Bessie and her bees help readers see themselves represented and also understand those around them. This book offers a universal message about feeling different and is an important addition to everyone’s bookshelf.

Publisher Review

This beautifully written story encapsulates the journey of a neurodivergent child learning to manage their wiggles (bees) within a nursery setting and learning how to manage new routines and make new friends. * Books for Topics * Author Kirk draws on his own life experience with autism and ADHD to deliver this colourful, kind and important little tale about Bessie starting nursery and trying to fit in while her brain is buzzing. It will resonate not only with those kids who are neurodivergent but with their friends and teachers too. * The Sunday Post * Written from the heart by George Kirk who uses the bee metaphor with great effect, to deliver a vital message, not only to young neurodivergent children but to everyone; and with Ana Gomez's illustrations complementing the text perfectly, this is an empowering book to share at home or in an education setting. * Red Reading Hub * I strongly recommend this inclusive picture book with a wealth of detailed and colourful illustrations that help to tell the story. * The Letterpress Project * A great read. * TheKidsBookstagrammer *