In the yard, on the ground
An insect scurries, so small and round
Its size is tiny, hard to see
But it's important as can be

This little ant has work to do
Building a nest for the queen and crew
With its jaws it carries small twigs
To make a house that's safe and big

On top of the nest, antennae wave
Sending signals to all the brave
Ants who venture far and wide
Collecting food and bringing it inside

So never underestimate
The power of ants and their tiny fate
For in their world, they reign supreme
Building and working like a dream.

Reflections

1. What kind of work do ants do to keep their colony thriving?
2. Why is the queen ant important to the colony?
3. How do ants communicate with each other?
4. Why do ants build nests?
5. What can we learn from the hard work and teamwork of ants?