Bugs! What could be more fun? Kids ages 3 to 7 will have a great time bringing these little critters to life. Here are some interesting ant facts: There are more than 12,000 different types of ants all over the world! Ants can lift 20 times their own body weight. ... Ant colonies are run by a single queen ant, who control all the other ants. Some queen ants can live for many years and have millions of babies. Ants don’t have ears. ... Ants don’t have lungs. ... Worms and caterpillars are as common in the garden as ants and cockroaches are in the house. Worms are not just red wiggly things that we usually see in nature. There are many kinds of worms and most of them are beneficial to the world because they help with soil production and recycling. Therefore, worms are part of an essential ecosystem in the soil. They process organic matter, releasing it for use by plants, and help to cycle nutrients throughout the soil and water. Because of this vital role in the soil’s health, worms can be a key indicator of how healthy your garden is overall. This delightful book will provide many hours of fun and relaxation for little ones. Large 8.5 X 11 inch pages with black backing to prevent bleed.