The Gardenians: A Story of Bugs and Belonging - Paperback

by Alexis Quezada (Author), Olena Oprich (Illustrator)

Ant loves the garden. He loves the flowers, the smells, the quiet sounds-and most of all, the bugs that live there. But when Ant sees the Gardenians, the special insects who watch over the garden, he begins to wonder... What does it mean to be one of them?

Curious and full of questions, Ant sets out to learn what makes Bee, Beetle, Ladybug, and Mantis true Gardenians. Along the way, he discovers that the very qualities he admired in others might already be inside him.

The Gardenians is a beautifully illustrated picture book that celebrates nature, belonging, and the small but mighty ways we can care for the world around us. Perfect for young readers who love insects, gardens, and stories about finding yourself and becoming more.