In this fantasy adventure, Earnest, the earthworm, works with his friends from the animal and insect kingdoms to grow a record breaking sunflower. Without his invitation, humans join in to nurture the special plant. Along the way, discoveries about the challenges of life, gardening, and the importance of teamwork are revealed. This wonderful story is for all ages and can help spark an interest in gardening, one of the most rewarding and enjoyable lifelong hobbies a person can embrace.

In this book, and the series, The Adventures of Antanina and Tinatina(c), I have developed episodes for the memorable ant characters and stories my father extemporaneously narrated to my brother, sisters and me in the 1960's, over fifty years ago. The stories focus on two ant heroines with adventurous spirits and clever minds. Through their inquisitive and caring natures, the sisters find their way into unusual challenges. They use their creativity to overcome obstacles and persevere, while teaching important moral lessons. My father died at the age of 93. It was our dream to have his stories...

In this book, and the series, The Adventures of Antanina and Tinatina(c), I have developed episodes for the memorable ant characters and stories my father extemporaneously narrated to my brother, sisters and me in the 1960's, over fifty years ago. The stories focus on two ant heroines with adventurous spirits and clever minds. Through their inquisitive and caring natures, the sisters find their way into unusual challenges. They use their creativity to overcome obstacles and persevere, while teaching important moral lessons. My father died at the age of 93. It was our dream to have his stories...