This short children's book is ideal for children under seven. Each page in MASON MEETS A MASON BEE presents a colour photo or two which introduce us to a fair-haired boy called Mason and a small dark bee. Mason is afraid that the bee will sting him, but the bee is afraid Mason will swat it and explains that unlike wasps and hornets, it doesn't want to sting anyone.

Bees and other plant pollinators are helpful insects, but they are driven off or harmed by pest sprays used by some people. The hairy mason bee takes the chance to tell the little boy about these issues. Then photos show some of the lovely colourful flowers which provide food for bees and butterflies, as well as squash which provide food for people.

A section at the back is written for adults, providing up to date background information and further resources. I believe that this would be a good book for a family reading session or for a class nature table. Early readers would be interested in finding out what the text says. MASON MEETS A MASON BEE by Dawn Pape, may help to grow a new generation of children who care for nature.