Max and his little brother Adam make a bet about eating chocolate-covered ants.

Max and his little brother Adam make a bet about eating chocolate-covered ants.

"Explores 'yucky' foods from around the world, including frog legs, grubs, scrapple, maggot cheese, and more"--Provided by publisher.

What in the World is Chocolate Covered Ants? By Courtney Baker-Oliver, Director Chocolate Covered Ants is Steven A. Butler, Jr's new play. It's gripping and raw and deals with the controversial topics that Black men, lacking an outlet or discussion framework haven't been allowed to talk about. Until now. Think 'For Colored Girls...' told from a man's perspective, outlining the struggle for Black manhood. Chocolate Covered Ants addressing marginalized topics; the ones left for discussion in secret or not at all: molestation, abortion, suicide. In this show, the Ants march one by one through their hurt and unlock the power of their collective voice. The story reflects a diversity of African American male experiences with a shocking twist revealing ties that bind.

With its stylish new package, updated information on the health and environmental benefits of insect eating, and breed-your-own instructions, this new edition of The Eat-a-Bug Cookbook is the go-to resource for anyone interested in becoming an entomological epicure. For many Americans, eating a lowly insect is something you’d only do on a dare. But with naturalist and noted bug chef David George Gordon, bug-eating is fun, exciting, and downright delicious! Now you can impress, enlighten, and entertain your family and friends with Gordon’s one-of-a-kind recipes. Spice things up at the next neighborhood potluck with a big bowl of Orthopteran Orzo—pasta salad with a cricket-y twist. Conquer your fear of spiders with a Deep-Fried Tarantula. And for dessert, why not try a White Chocolate and Wax Worm Cookie? (They’re so tasty, the kids will be begging for seconds!) Today, there are more reasons than ever before to explore entomophagy (that’s bug-eating, by the way). It’s an environmentally-friendly source of protein: Research shows that bug farming reduces greenhouse gas emissions and is exponentially more water-efficient than farming for beef, chicken, or pigs. Mail-order bugs are readily available online—but if you’re more of a DIY-type, The Eat-A-Bug Cookbook includes plenty of tips for sustainably harvesting or raising your own. Filled with anecdotes, insights, and practical how-tos, The Eat-A-Bug Cookbook is a perfect primer for anyone interested in becoming an entomological epicure.

Mrs. Bear plans a surprise Valentine's Day celebration for Mr. Bear despite their usual hibernating habits at that time of year.

A guide to adding insects, a wholesome source of protein, to your diet that offers an overview of edible insects, information on where to find them, and tips for preparing and storing them.