Bees are key to life on Earth; it is vital bees are looked after and protected. In this book we meet Jo, a beekeeper, who looks after two hives of honeybees. It is Jo's job to keep the bees happy and healthy. Jo also educates people about bees and raises awareness. Keeping Bees is in Purple Book Band, Oxford Reading Level 8. Project X Hero Academy Non-fiction is an inspirational series of books which broadens children's subject knowledge, while consolidating their phonics learning and improving their reading fluency.