Anthony, the Ant!

About the Book

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.

About the Author

Anthony, the Ant, is the first book of a series of character books to be written by Andrea Hassell. It is her goal to encourage students and parents through her books. She was born on the beautiful island of Bermuda but has lived in several states in the United States. While she lived in Delaware, she was the Technology teacher at a school for teenage parents where she was, also, the life skills instruction. She obtained her Master’s of Science Degree with a concentration in Childhood Education - Mathematics, Science, and Technology from Dowling College in Oakdale, New York. She is the proud mother of three children, Teniko, TeAnn and Tenae. She is, also, the wife of Rev. Terry Hassell. She has learned firsthand the need to have faith, to remain focused and then follow through with her goals.