Bumble bees are among the most charming, colorful and fascinating of insects. Common in gardens and meadows throughout the summer, their large size and bright colors make them both easy and fun to watch. This book, designed for young people, will delight people of all ages with interesting, factual information about bumble bees. Carol Ann Kearns, Ph.D., is a pollination biologist and educator at the University of Colorado, Boulder, USA.