Hey, Little Ant — STJ on the Move

The beloved children’s book, “Hey, Little Ant,” by Phillip Hoose, Hannah Hoose, and Debbie Tillery, is a favorite among STJ kindergarteners. Students read this book during their insect unit each spring. The book connects English Language Arts, science, and ethics. The book was written to show us a different perspective and help us empathize with insects. Students discussed the dilemma of whether the boy should “squish” the ant or not. There is no definite conclusion to the story, so the students get to use their imaginations and decide the ending. They get to choose what they themselves would do. Students then practiced their writing and spelling skills to display in the pod.

During the inset unit, students learn about insects, their life cycles, and metamorphosis. Each classroom also houses caterpillars and watches them build cocoons. Students patiently wait for their butterflies to emerge and end the unit with a fun bug hunt around campus.

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