In "The Best Beekeeper of Lalibela," Leonard Jenkins tells the enchanting story of a young boy named Moti who dreams of becoming a master beekeeper in the Ethiopian town of Lalibela. As he navigates challenges and learns the art of beekeeping from his wise grandfather, Moti discovers the importance of patience, responsibility, and the interconnectedness of nature. Throughout his journey, he faces obstacles that test his determination and passion, ultimately finding that success comes not just from skill, but from the love and respect for the bees and the environment. This heartwarming tale celebrates cultural heritage and the bond between humans and nature. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book has been graded for interest at 5-8 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2006 by Holiday House .

Cristina Kessler is the author of "Konte Chameleon, Fine, Fine, Fine! "published by Boyds MillPress" William Miller is a poet and the author of many children's books. He teaches creative writing and African American literature at York College of Pennsylvania. Leonard Jenkins is a fine artist who has illustrated several children's books, including Walter Dean Myers's Malcolm X: A Fire Burning Brightly. He lives in New York City, where he teaches painting at the School of Visual Arts.