Written by the award-winning author of the Waterstones Children's Book of the Year 2024 I Am Rebel.
"An adorable tale of friendship and daring to be yourself." Waterstones
“Excell-ant. A riot of colour, friendship and anty fun. For children who are interested in insects or to use as an introduction to the world of creepy-crawlies." BookTrust
It’s another busy day at the ant hill. The farmer ants are collecting food, the worker ants are building tunnels and the soldier ants are guarding the queen. But for Andy, it’s a very special day: it's his birthday! Word spreads for his "small gathering" and, in no time at all, thousands of ants arrive to bust their best moves and tuck into dips. But as the party gets into full swing an unwanted guest arrives... The ants must work together to save the day (and the dips!) in this charming, original picture book comedy that will empower even the shyest of us all to shine and make a difference.
- Perfect for children who love insects and bugs.
- Brave Andy is a GREAT role model as he overcomes his fears with bravery.
- For natural party animals or those experiencing social events for the very first time.
- A confidence-boosting book to get kids in the party spirit.
- Gently integrates teamwork, friendship and community spirit into the energetic storytelling.
- Filled with detailed spreads and subplots to follow.
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Ross Montgomery is a primary school teacher and he writes his books when he really should have been marking homework. Author of Alex, the Dog and the Unopenable Door and The Tornado Chasers, Ross has been shortlisted for the Costa Book Award and nominated for the Branford Boase Award. Perijee & Me was his third middle-grade novel. Ross lives in Brixton, Lond
More about Ross MontgomerySarah has many books, working for a large variety of publishers. With author Hiawyn Oram, she created the Orchard Books' character of Rumblewick - the witch's familiar - employed by a very unwilling witch. Both in picture book and fiction this character has sold worldwide and is under movie option with DreamWorks. Sarah also illustrated the 'Happy Ever After
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