(3) 1-3 Friendship Garden series. Illustrated by Éva Chatelain. After learning that honeybee colonies are dying, young gardening enthusiast Anna throws a "Bee Bash" to enlighten her friends and neighbors about the importance of saving bees. But not everyone is as enthusiastic as Anna, and she questions whether she's even making a difference. Expressive black-and-white illustrations help tell this timely story, which could inspire future activists. A story-influenced activity and recipe are included.

Reviewer: Lana Barnes

(3) 1-3 Friendship Garden series. Illustrated by Éva Chatelain. A school assignment helps third grader Anna make friends at her new Chicago school. With her classmates, she starts a kids' gardening club (Green) and they work together to catch the thief who stole their biggest pumpkin (Pumpkin). Likable characters in relatable situations and soft, expressive halftone illustrations make this a welcome new chapter-book series. Story-inspired activities and recipes are appended. Review covers these Friendship Garden titles: Green Thumbs-Up! and Pumpkin Spice.

Reviewer: Lana Barnes

(3) 1-3 Friendship Garden series. Illustrated by Éva Chatelain. A school assignment helps third grader Anna make friends at her new Chicago school. With her classmates, she starts a kids' gardening club (Green) and they work together to catch the thief who stole their biggest pumpkin (Pumpkin). Likable characters in relatable situations and soft, expressive halftone illustrations make this a welcome new chapter-book series. Story-inspired activities and recipes are appended. Review covers these Friendship Garden titles: Green Thumbs-Up! and Pumpkin Spice.

Reviewer: Lana Barnes