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Talking With Kids About Bees (168)
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Length:
21 minutes
Released:
Feb 29, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
In this enlightening episode, Jim invites American Bee Journal editor, Eugene Makovec, to the podcast to chat about their experiences and insights on how to engage young minds with the fascinating world of beekeeping. They delve into the joys and challenges of presenting beekeeping to children, from kindergarteners' innocent inquiries to the more sophisticated questions of fifth graders. Through anecdotes and practical advice, Jim and Eugene illustrate the importance of adjusting communication to fit the audience, making complex concepts accessible, and sparking curiosity about nature and bee conservation. They emphasize the unique opportunity beekeepers have to influence future generations' perspectives on bees and the environment. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in spreading the buzz about bees to a younger audience, providing valuable tips for making such interactions educational, memorable, and impactful. Listen today! ______________________ Thanks to Betterbee for sponsoring today's episode. Betterbee’s mission is to support every beekeeper with excellent customer service, continued education and quality equipment. From their colorful and informative catalog to their support of beekeeper educational activities, including this podcast series, Betterbee truly is Beekeepers Serving Beekeepers. See for yourself at www.betterbee.com ______________________ Honey Bee Obscura is brought to you by Growing Planet Media, LLC, the home of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Music: Heart & Soul by Gyom, All We Know by Midway Music; Christmas Avenue by Immersive Music; original guitar music by Jeffrey Ott Cartoons by: John Martin (Beezwax Comics) Copyright © 2024 by Growing Planet Media, LLC
Released:
Feb 29, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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