A fun story, full of classic David Shannon illustrations that add to the fun and appeal.  It’s also got a good message, reminding us all of the value of stopping to smell the flowers.  Mizz Lizzie is very proud to be the busiest bee around, and highly accomplished because of it.  But when she pushes herself too hard preparing for the big spelling bee, she ends up collapsing in exhaustion right at the crucial moment, missing her chance to meet the queen bee.  When enforced rest is thrust upon her, she finally joins her friend who loves lazing in the garden, and ends up meeting the queen after all, who is also fond of the garden.