A clever text punctuated with frequent pops of humor and perfectly paired papercut and digital collage illustrations introduce young readers to the fascinating world of ants. A list of what ants love (family, recycling, micronaps, helping others, and “being caught on camera carrying stuff way bigger than they are”) leads to an explanation of the types of ants living in colonies and their roles, the function of pheromones in ant communication, and ants’ significance in creating robust soil. The closing pages return to the opening list and what ants love and recommends that humans adopt some ant behaviors by loving family, avoiding waste, power napping, and doing your best for others.

Take a peek under the rock, and discover what we can learn from the world of the ant, in this delightful blend of nonfiction and inspirational humor by author-illustrator Philip Bunting!

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There are ten quadrillion ants in the world, and yet I bet you never thought they could teach you anything. But these tiny creatures can do big things when they work together--just like people!

With his signature humor and graphic illustrations, Philip Bunting delivers facts, laughs, and heart all in this special book that teaches that the answers to many of life’s biggest questions can be found in your own back yard (once you’re ready to look).