Buzzy The Bumblebee by Denise Brennan-Nelson and Michael Glenn Monroe

Recommended for ages 5+

Video Summary

Buzzy is a happy bee who likes to fly. One day he reads a book that says bumblebees weren’t made to fly because of their short wingspan and large bodies. Buzzy is upset because he thinks he can’t fly anymore! Instead of flying down, he climbs down a flower and falls to the ground. He comes across some dragonflies and is jealous of their ability to fly. When he comes to the river, he doesn’t know how to get across without flying, but he makes a boat and crosses. When he gets home his parents tell him that he can fly and that he shouldn’t doubt himself! Buzzy runs outside and begins to fly once more.

Video Instructions

Video #1: For a more in depth understanding of the books, we have provided a video retelling an in-class story. Each pass through the text or illustrations allows students to dive deeper into the story’s meaning, preparing them for more complex narratives down the road.

Video #2 & Worksheet: Parents may print the worksheet corresponding to the story. In the second video, Ms Liann will guide students through completing the worksheet. Younger students will learn the appropriate sizes, shapes, and sounds of letters. Older students will learn the spelling of new words, helpful phonics rules, and how to write in complete sentences.