Anthony wants to eat cherries with his friends; however, he has to overcome some obstacles in order to meet them. In the end, he realizes that he has to have faith, remain focused and follow through with his goal With bright happy colors, clean lines, and charming illustrations, Anthony, the Ant is sure to be a hit with the kids It will not only entertain them, but will also gently impart important life lessons about the value of determination, conviction, and faith in oneself. For the adults, it contains a useful "Parent/Teacher Discussion Guide" that will help initiate dialogue with young readers about what they have learned. Your child will be challenged and motivated to reach his/her goals despite the obstacles they may face. Anthony, the Ant is the first character book of The Butterfly Series by Andrea Hassell. It is her goal to encourage students and parents through her books.