Bessie's Bees: A story about new experiences with a neurodiverse child at its heart

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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 Gómez.

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.

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9781800786707
  • ISBN: 9781800786707
  • Pub Date: 30th July 2026
  • Publisher: Templar Books
  • Imprint: Templar Books
  • Format: Paperback
  • Number of Pages: 32

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This is Book 2 in the Bessie's Bees Series. See all Bessie's Bees books here.

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