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I had no clue Maren Morris wrote a book for children. She should definitely write more in the future. She is an entertaining author (probably because she also writes such great songs!). This book reminded me of the "Miss Spider" series that was popular when I was a kid, and it also reminded me slightly of Eric Carle's books for children about insects too. I loved the illustrations, they were very eye-catching. I think this book could definitely hold children's attention. I like that it will also be a way to educate children about insects and nature. This is very important to teach children about from a very young age. I would buy this book if my friends or a family member were to have a baby. It was sweet and darling. I really enjoyed it, even though I am not the target audience!


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This book was super cute and had amazing illustrations that perfectly encased what the world of an ant would look like. The writing included very descriptive details of the setting and plot. The dialogue between some of the characters felt off but overall this is a great book to read with your children

I loved the adorable colors and details of this book. The descriptions were rich and fun! A bit uneven pacing on the pages. A few lines could have been shortened to keep it moving a bit more. I also would be mindful of the font, I sometimes lost the words! A little bigger, or sometimes white instead of black would be helpful. Cute story, very sweet garden details!

An adorable and beautifully illustrated book about Addie, the adventurous ant and her travels through the garden bed

Addie Ant longs to see the outside world and finally goes on that adventure. Leaving home exposes Addie Ant to the many obstacles and other animals to meet and learn from. This is an adorable picture book with detailed illustrations. This is an easy read and allows for the conversation of leaving home and exploring the world.

The perfect book to explore the smallest, tiny things in our lives and surroundings. It's a great starter for educators to let their students pay more attention to their ecosystem in a small garden or patch of dirt. There is so much happening and so much to learn from. Addie's journey is amazing, she encounters so much not only good food, but other species, flowers, aromas, flavors, and scents. The illustrations are very detailed and beautifully stylized. We could spend time looking at the details and the harmony of colors. Has a great mood and message. I love books about ants. I wish the font was a bit larger.
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My thanks for the ARC goes to NetGalley and Chronicle Chroma. I'm voluntarily leaving a review.

Genre and Age: Picture book for young kids
Representation: Lewis Ladybug uses they/their pronouns

The artwork in this book is adorable!
I felt like this book was a little wordy and the story meandered. There are things kids will enjoy like her compass and other bug-sized props.

What was Addie's motivation for going on an adventure? I'm not sure what she wanted other than seeing more of the world. Is that a lot to ask for from a picture book? Maybe, but I still wanted more.

And Addie doesn't solve her own problem about how to get home. I wanted to see what she'd learned on her adventure and how that might have helped her with her goal to return.

So even though this wasn't my favorite picture book, if you want a bug-sized adventure, this book might be perfect for you and your family.

Happy reading!

Addie the ant wants to go exploring out of the tomato bed where she lives with her aunts. This adorably illustrated book follows her around the neighborhood and introduces some of the other insects in the neighborhood. There aren't any real morals or underlying lessons in this story. It really is just purely for entertainment. There is a small fact section about ants at the very end. I received an advance reading copy, and I am leaving this review voluntarily,

I had high hopes for this book. Being a Pre
-K teacher, one of my absolute favorite things to do is to read stories to my students. I love reading and thoroughly enjoy helping to foster their love of reading. The title of this book and the adorable pictures throughout had me excited to read it. However, I didn’t feel that there was a great flow to the story. I actually read it out loud to see how it would sound if I read it to my students, and it just didn’t work. There really wasn’t a rhythm to the story (which was especially surprising to me, seeing as an which was especially surprising to me seeing as a singer–songwriter was one of the co-authors) and there were too many words that would be unfamiliar to the students. I don’t mind books that throw in words like that here and there especially if they make sense with the context so the students can figure out what they mean. In this case, there was an overabundance of that and not always a great context to figure out the word. Unfortunately, I don’t think I would purchase this for my class..

Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own.

I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This is an adorable children's book. The pictures are really cute and so is the story!

I read this book with my 8-year-old daughter. She liked all the details and all the adventures Addie the ant went on. Cleo the Cricket was my daughter's favorite part of the story. I liked Addie's willingness to face the unknown. I feel that this teaches young readers to overcome fears and face the unknown. The illustrations were very imaginative and magical. Overall, we loved this book.

The illustrations are adorable, with so many details. However, I don't feel like the story itself comes up to the level of the illustrations. It could use some improvement.

I loved the pictures in this book, they were beautiful and engaging. However, I found the actual text to be too wordy and overly descriptive. I had a hard time reading this to my son because the actual words didn’t flow well. I think with some more editing this could be a great story!

I loved this book! The story of Addie Ant going on an adventure to explore the garden, along with the beautiful illustrations, was so inviting and would be a wonderful addition to any children's library, or gift for a grandchild..

This book has stunning illustrations! The story is cute, with some insightful messages throughout. I did think that the vocabulary was a little advanced at times for a children’s book. I’m not sure I’d see the 4 year olds I know being super enthralled and comprehensive of it, but they’d love the illustrations!

As we learn at the end, ants are actually social creatures and do interact with other animals and with their environment. Addie the Ant interacts by going out and having an adventure! The illustrations are bright and beautiful, and the story is sweet. In the end, Addie is at home at the end of the day tucked safely into bed.
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This book has bright, beautiful artwork. My 7 year old daughter loved looking at the pictures. I think the story was okay but she enjoyed the artwork the most. I think that the way it was written would actually appeal to adults more because it uses phrases and sayings that kids are mostly unfamiliar with.

This was a cute book, beautiful illustrations and a good catchy title. I like how the aunt’s gave Addie some freedom to explore for herself. Becoming independent is important and it is hard if adults are not willing for you to do it by yourself. They trusted Addie. Trust goes a long way. I also liked the ant facts at the end of the book. I learned something. It was enough information to not get overwhelmed, but to make a reader want to help the earth and maybe look into more information.

Addie Ant Goes on an Adventure, the charming picture-book debut by acclaimed singer-songwriter Maren Morris and former schoolteacher Karina Argow, takes readers on a delightful journey through a vast garden inhabited by helpful insect friends. As Addie Ant embarks on her first solo adventure, the story beautifully unfolds, highlighting themes of independence, friendship, and the importance of knowing when to ask for help. The collaboration between Morris and Argow, complemented by the colorful illustrations by artist Kelly Anne Dalton, brings the characters to life in a vivid and heartwarming way. This sweet book is not only a celebration of friendship but also an exploration of the magic found in nature's abundance. Join Addie Ant and her insect pals in this enchanting garden adventure filled with growing vegetables, blooming flowers, and the joy of shared experiences.

Well, this was just a wonderful little story. Addie is headed out to an area of her world where she hasn't been. Along the way, she meets a variety of creatures who are happy to help. It's this help that teaches Addie to not be so scared and learn from others. The illustrations of this one add so much to the story. I loved how they made the story come to life and show what life looks like for insects. Thanks to NetGalley for the look at this April 2024 release.