Mighty Ants


Book Description

The mighty ant has been around since the age of dinosaurs. These hard-working insects can be found on every continent except Antarctica. Readers will discover how ants work as a team and why they've been able to survive so long as they explore an ant colony.




The Mighty Ants and Other Cases


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Match wits with 12 year old Einstein Anderson and his best friend, Paloma Fuentes, who use their science knowledge to unravel tricky puzzles and solve mysteries. Plus, do their science experiments, and become a science geek too!




Mighty Ants


Book Description

The mighty ant has been around since the age of dinosaurs. Readers will discover how ants work as a team and why they've been able to survive so long as they explore an ant colony.




The Mighty Ants and Other Cases


Book Description

Science loving Adam "Einstein" Anderson is back! Einstein and his best friend Paloma try to stump each other and foil the ever-scheming Stanley as they solve science mysteries. Help solve the interactive mysteries and explore the science with hands-on experiments. Raise some ants, see sound waves in action and find out how to make a compass out of an ordinary watch!




"Ant-Like Persistence: The Unstoppable Power of Hard Work and Dedication"


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Step into the world of four unlikely friends, each named after a unique moral virtue that reflects their personality. In "Ant-Like Persistence: The Unstoppable Power of Hard Work and Dedication", young readers will embark on a journey of hard work, determination, and perseverance, as the friends navigate the ups and downs of life. Through ten thrilling chapters, kids will witness the friends' moral traits come to life as they tackle challenges and overcome obstacles in a world that often tries to bring them down. The story is woven with powerful messages of consistency, discipline, and dedication that will leave young readers inspired and motivated. Follow along as the friends learn the importance of staying true to oneself and others, and discover the strength of a steadfast spirit. And with an enchanting poem woven seamlessly into the story, '"Ant-Like Persistence: The Unstoppable Power of Hard Work and Dedication"' is a must-read for kids who love a heartwarming tale of friendship and triumph against all odds. Get ready to be swept away by the magical world, where anything is possible when you work hard and believe in yourself. Perfect for young readers, this book is a fun and engaging way to teach important life lessons in a way that they will remember for years to come.




The Great Sugar Caper: How Ants Outsmart Airtight Containers


Book Description

Discover the fascinating world of ants in The Great Sugar Caper: How Ants Outsmart Airtight Containers! This intriguing book unravels how tiny ants infiltrate even the most secure, airtight containers to reach sweet sugar inside. Packed with captivating insights into ant anatomy, advanced communication using pheromones, and their remarkable collective intelligence, this book explores these tiny creatures' persistence and problem-solving abilities. Learn about the weaknesses in common airtight seals, how scout ants lead the charge, and practical tips to ant-proof your home. Perfect for nature lovers, science enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the ingenious survival strategies of ants, this book offers a deep dive into one of nature’s most remarkable puzzles. Prepare to be amazed by how these seemingly insignificant insects outsmart even the best human-made barriers!




Ant


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Bugs and insects have always fascinated children. This book in the Creepy Crawly Critters series introduces young readers to ants. Readers can discover physical characteristics, habitat, diet, and more.




Ants


Book Description

Ants are tiny creatures, but they are very strong! There are thousands of different types of ants. Find out all about them in this exciting title.




The Ants


Book Description

From the Arctic to South Africa - one finds them everywhere: Ants. Making up nearly 15% of the entire terrestrial animal biomass, ants are impressive not only in quantitative terms, they also fascinate by their highly organized and complex social system. Their caste system, the division of labor, the origin of altruistic behavior and the complex forms of chemical communication makes them the most interesting group of social organisms and the main subject for sociobiologists. Not least is their ecological importance: Ants are the premier soil turners, channelers of energy and dominatrices of the insect fauna. TOC:The importance of ants.- Classification and origins.- The colony life cycle.- Altruism and the origin of the worker caste.- Colony odor and kin recognition.- Queen numbers and domination.- Communication.- Caste and division of labor.- Social homeostasis and flexibility.- Foraging and territorial strategies.- The organization of species communities.- Symbioses among ant species.- Symbioses with other animals.- Interaction with plants.- The specialized predators.- The army ants.- The fungus growers.- The harvesters.- The weaver ants.- Collecting and culturing ants.- Glossary.- Bibliography.- Index.




Ferocious Fluffity


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Mr. Drake’s second grade class has a new class pet. Fluffity appears to be a cute and docile hamster—but the kids soon discover that she is not the cuddly pet they expected. From the moment her cage door opens, Fluffity becomes FEROCIOUS—biting and chasing everyone down the hall and into the library! Will the class be able to tame this beast and bring peace back to their school? The bestselling team behind Chicken Butt! and Chicken Butt’s Back! has crafted another laugh-out-loud tale that’s sure to be a hit with any child who’s ever wanted a pet. Erica Perl’s pitch-perfect rhymes and Henry Cole’s over-the-top animal character make for the perfect classroom read-aloud.