Millions of people in the United States are allergic to bee stings--and serious reactions can be life-threatening. Though this sounds scary, preparation can help! Readers of this volume learn what to do if they or a friend are stung by a bee and have a normal reaction, as well as what to look for if an allergic reaction is occurring. Age-appropriate content and language explain what happens when someone has an allergy. The text is accompanied by full-color photographs of normal and allergic reactions to bee stings, preparing readers further for any situation they may face.