Alex the Ant Goes to the Beach - Hardcover

Dickey, Eric Wayne

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1940052084 ISBN 13: 9781940052083

Publisher: Craigmore Creations, 2014

Synopsis

Incorporating adventure and science, this picture book introduces ant ecology while celebrating industry and collaboration

A young and curious ant named Alex aspires to be a great scout for Queen Aziza. He dons his sailor suit and eagerly volunteers as a lookout for the beach work crew. Along the way, Alex is warned by Aloysius, the old sea captain, about the dangers that lurk in the world outside the safety of their home.

About this title

From the Inside Flap:

Alex the Ant wants to grow up and be the best scout ant in Underwood anthill. But first he must prove he has what it takes to Queen Aziza and the other ants. An exciting trip to the beach leaves Alex lost, fighting off waves, giant fish, and more! But is Alex prepared, as a good scout should be? There are more dangers in Underwood than a young ant knows, but Alex is up to the challenge!

About the Author:

Eric Wayne Dickey is a writer whose poetry and translations have been published in Rhino, West Wind Review, and International Poetry Review. He is a coeditor of Pacifica: Poetry International. He lives in Salem, Oregon. Abbey Paccia is a storyboard artist, designer, and animator, and the illustrator of Someday. She lives in Portland, Oregon.

About this edition

• Publisher: Craigmore Creations
• Publication date: 2014
• ISBN 10: 1940052084
• ISBN 13: 9781940052083
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 32
• Illustrator: Paccia Abbey