The Tale of Tiny and the Troubled Trail: Lost, Chased, and Tested—But Never Defeated

By Lee Michaels

Tiny, the smallest ant in his colony, discovers a crumb far bigger than himself and begins a journey that tests courage, determination, and resilience. He faces relentless challenges along the way: a sly beetle snatches his prize, a hungry toad swallows it, and a heron carries it off in its beak. Each setback forces Tiny to think quickly and act bravely, from crafting a leaf raft to outwitting a sticky spider and escaping a mantis's snapping claws. As he inches closer to home, the obstacles grow more daunting. A rival colony of soldier ants demands the crumb; thorny vines, and rushing streams block his path, and even a treacherous antlion trap threatens his life. Yet, through every perilous moment, Tiny refuses to give up. Whether battling fierce winds on a cliff or outsmarting a jealous cricket, he proves that size doesn't determine strength. Finally, after a harrowing journey, Tiny returns to his colony with the crumb. His bravery and perseverance earned him the admiration of the Queen and his fellow ants. The colony celebrates the crumb's arrival and the triumph of a tiny hero who dared to face the impossible. The Tale of Tiny and the Troubled Trail is a thrilling tale of grit, resourcefulness, and the power of never giving up.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F31BLRKQ
• ISBN13: 9798300073114
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 107 Pages
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.3" x 5.5"