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Hat Business - Fun Stories for Kids
Ants Go Marching! | A Fun Kids Podcast About Ants and Big Surprises
Season 1, Ep. 26
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Looking for a funny, science-packed podcast episode for curious kids?
In this adventure from Hat Business, Ruby accidentally steps on an ant nest and suddenly, Hat is caught in the middle of a marching ant parade! đ
Through wiggly trails, tiny tunnels, and ant-sized teamwork, Hat discovers just how clever ants really are. Did you know they build underground homes, have super strength, and even go to war? This short story turns a backyard blunder into a fun facts bonanza.
Perfect for preschoolers and early primary kids who love:
- Nature, bugs, and creepy-crawlies
- Silly audio adventures
- Learning while laughing
- 5-minute screen-free stories
đ§ Age Range: 3â7
Themes: teamwork, science, ants, curiosity
Includes real facts about ant colonies and how they work!
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