Maya the Bee

How can one little bee save her hive?

Will she be welcome after such a long time away?

What will happen when she faces her fears?

Accompany Maya as she ventures out into the beautiful world outside the beehive.

But ...

Maya the Bee

Who is she?

Maya is a free-spirited brave little bee that leaves her colony looking for adventure and exploring life and nature. She encounters many fascinating creatures--some friendly, some terrifying.

There are beetles, flies, a grasshopper, a dragonfly, and a butterfly. Yikes, add some scary spiders, evil hornets, and even a fairy, to name a few.

Maya almost dies before putting her life on the line to save her colony . . .

But will she succeed?

Curious to find out more? Click 'look inside'!

This updated beloved German children's book classic is now available in English (with delightful new illustrations) to be read, reread, and cherished forever.

Few stories are as widely read and universally loved by children and adults alike as Maya the Bee. Karin Redclift's new translation prevails in bringing the story to English, in language, style, and most important, spirit.

This beautifully illustrated, fresh, relevant, and contemporary translation re-visits the timeless tale of a free-spirited little bee leaving her hive to find freedom, knowledge, and adventures.

A charming book that will capture the hearts of readers of all ages with its wisdom, drama, humor, and magic.

Whether enjoyed in the classroom or for homeschooling or independent reading, Maya the Bee is a proven favorite.

A must-read for fans of classic children's books from around the world! Great for reading aloud and bedtime stories.

Immerse yourself in Maya's enchanting world and learn about the magical world of insects and nature.

About the Translator/ Illustrator

Karin Redclift is a German creative writer, translator, and literary tutor with a deep passion for children's books. When she's not playing with words and languages (mostly German and English), you can find her reading a book, drawing, painting, gardening, watching soccer games, or exploring the beautiful SF Bay Area with her family and little rescue dog Charlie.

To find out more and connect with Karin, go to www.karinredclift.com