Addie Ant wants to travel alone between two garden beds. But along the way, she needs help. She asks her friends to assist her, and they're kind and thoughtful.
I like the message of how it's okay to ask for help. And all the insects treat Addie with kindness. I appreciate that I could read this story to children of all ages without worrying that it might be scary or frustrating.
There isn't a lot of education about insects, but that's okay.
The colorful illustrations are beautiful and sweet! Readers can see vegetables, flowers and dozens of items found in nature.

Addie the ant is off on an adventure through the garden. She meets great friends along the way and faces her fears of trying something new. The illustrations in this book were great and added to the story on each page. I love the message of not being afraid to ask for help when you have questions, this is a great message for all to remember. The story ended with bonus facts about ants.

This was the cutest adventure through the garden! Incredibly well-written with smart wordplay and beautiful illustrations. The characters were all so fun. I’d love to follow Addie on more adventures!

Thank you to NetGalley and Chronicle Books for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

Get ready to go on a magical adventure with Addie Ant as she seeks her independence but realizes that assistance is always there for the asking.
Friendship is valued as so integral to Addie's journey as we are introduced to buddies such as Lewis Ladybug and Cleo Cricket. They are friends to be cherished and trusted, two qualities that are always required in companionship.
Maren Morris's authorship is so apparent as I read the melodious text. The illustrations are beautifully drawn and are vivid and striking. This book is a lovely addition to young children's literature.

This is a charming story with luscious illustrations. Addie is going on her first solo adventure and encounters a few worrying circumstances. She is helped to face these worries by other insects she is familiar with.
A wonderful standalone story that can also be used as a learning tool in a number of ways. There are a few spots where the story gets choppy and there are occasional over done descriptions but they are most likely not to be noticed by an interested reader.

What an absolutely STUNNING book. Some of the most gorgeous illustrations I've ever seen, and the colors are lovely. The story is well-written, with flowery prose that is fun and whimsical, and I love the adventure the little ant goes on. So sweet!

This was a book with amazing illustrations. The illustrations give so much to the story and a better understanding of the environment and where everyone is. The story is about Addie going on an adventure through the garden area where she lives and coming across different insects. The insects help guide her along the way because she does not know where she is going. When she encounters each of the insects it seems like their only purpose is to be vividly described with big words that students of this age group would not know, give a quick direction, and then throw an unneeded fear towards Addie for her to encounter and overcome. The story seemed rushed and with unneeded "drama" thrown in. Addie leaves with no fears ready for an adventure and while on the adventure the "adult" insects in the story warn her of dangers to beware of, but do not help her or join her to keep her safe. Overall it is a story about overcoming fears and being brave but other stories portray the message more clearly than this one.

Thank you NetGalley and Chronicle Books for an advanced e-reader copy of this book.

Oh my GOODNESS ! This book was soooo cute and the pictures not only enhanced the story but it enriched it too ! Don’t get me started on the ANT 🐜 jokes that made it in as well ! I was giggling so hard ! This book is destined to be a SMASHING HIT with the kiddos once it publishes !

This is an adorable kid's book that teaches kids not to be afraid of adventure and new things. It reminds us that asking for help isn't just a good thing, but also necessary sometimes. It perfectly explains to kids that there are things to be enjoyed everywhere if you are willing to step outside of your comfort zone to experience something new.

I received an arc of this title from NetGalley for an honest review. A sweet picture book about Addie the Ant, who strikes out on her own. She goes from place to place, trying to find her way. Sometimes she gets lost, but she always learns a lesson. Cute illustrations but a lot of small text.

simply adorable! I love the imagery of the garden, the animals interacting and getting along, and especially the eccentric ladybug!

I absolutely loved reading this book with my 2nd grade daughter! From the adorably draw aunt, to the detailed and multi-layered garden pictures, and most especially the validation of emotions and doing hard things, this book was fabulous! Additionally, while my daughter is not yet at the reading level to be able to read Addie the Ant by herself, it was easy for her to follow along, and I would say about 50% of the words were sight words so she either knew or could easily guess them.
We're very much hoping for more Addie the Ant books!

I loved this sweet little adventure. If you're seeking whimsy and themes of persistence and friendship, look no further. Addie takes the reader on a seemingly small, but somehow also grand, journey, meeting up with familiar friends and navigating her way through the garden. Very fun and great for a wide range of children. The illustrations are inviting and intricate, allowing older readers to find themselves equally absorbed in the oversized garden setting as well.

The cover drew me in. Such adorable, old fashioned, sweet drawings. The author has quite a detailed imagination and is ingenious. Loved every moment of this book. The ant facts at the end were shocking and amazing. Highly recommend.

This is a cute book about a little ant taking an adventure across the garden where she's never been before. It's a fairly easy and quick read great for young kids.

This is so cute and adorable! The drawings are super sweet, and the story is lovely!
The only thing I’d prefer to change if it was an option would be the font size. I can absolutely imagine an older child who already knows how to tell letters apart would love to follow the story as it is read together with an adult, and young children are usually reluctant to focus on text that consists of tiny letters. Also, I’m not too sure regarding the big and complex words that are sometimes used here, I feel like it would either distract the child from the book (as the words have to be explained) or just make the child disinterested at all, as it is not something that they understand, hence it’s not that interesting.
And, on a side note, it is sad to see a picture book misleadingly labeled as a graphic novel. No, this is not a graphic novel. This is a picture book.

This is an absolutely adorable picture book debut by singer Maren Morris and former teacher Karina Argow! The beautiful artwork by Kelly Anne Dalton is whimsical, sweet, and the perfect accompaniment to a precious story about a young ant learning to explore the world around her.

I will definitely be purchasing this title for our library's picture book collection. Thank you to Chronicle Books, Chronicle Chroma, and NetGalley for the e-ARC of this book to read and review.

This hardcover book has the best illustrations. You will have so much fun going on the adventure with the Ant. I would recommend this for a read aloud in a classroom or just to have for a home library.

How sweet was that! Addie tries something new, despite her very valid anxieties. It was nice to see the characters support Addie while gently pushing her out of her comfort zone. It doesn't hurt that this book is beautifully illustrated, either. I love Addie Ant and hope I can read more adventures about her in the future.

This is a sweet bedtime story with a couple of fun facts about ants at the end. I liked the alliterative names of the insects. The illustrations are cute and include fun little details like one of the aunts reading “Better Hills & Gardens,” which made me laugh when I spotted it.

Thanks to NetGalley for this advanced copy.