Author Ilene Dudek Releases Her Third Little Ant Children’s Book

Ilene Dudek, author of the Little Ant children’s series, presents her new book Little Ant Saves the Day. This colorful picture book continues the fun and adventure by introducing a new character with a big problem – untied shoelaces! When a caterpillar struggles to tie his many shoes, the ant hatches a crazy scheme to help his friend in need. But an attempt to save the day lands him in a world of trouble. Through many twists and turns, the ant finally discovers that the trouble he’s in holds the key to his success. ­

The Little Ant series, launched in June 2017, was inspired by Ilene’s two fun-loving, active boys. Their sense of wonder and adventure quickly became the underlying theme for all her books. Whether the ant was “on the go” or turning fear into fun, Ilene used her own life experiences to guide her imaginative stories.

“This book practically wrote itself,” Ilene recalls. “When my son was five, he had trouble tying his shoes. Every morning, we ran late for school because of it. He finally decided to tie knots and just slip them on and off. This planted the seed. Then on vacation, my other son’s shoe wouldn’t Velcro shut. An enjoyable stroll through town became an hour-long meltdown. As I tried to safety-pin it back on, the story was complete.”

Little Ant Saves the Day takes the Little Ant series to the next level with its surprising plot, interactive story elements and a touch of science. Everyday situations are turned upside down, and wild ideas become the norm as they pave the way for yet another zany adventure. Its bright, colorful images and easy-to-read words truly bring this silly yet suspenseful tale to life.

As a new author, Ilene has enjoyed early success with her Little Ant children’s series. Each book continues to build on the last, pushing the boundaries of the imagination and further developing the exciting world of the little ant. Her books convey a common message – to have fun, follow your dreams and enjoy the journey along the way. Ilene hopes to continue following her own dreams and inspiring young readers to do the same!

Little Ant Saves the Day can be found at www.littleantstories.com.