Whenever it rains, Andi and the ants must scramble up the hill to escape from the rising waters. Although he tries his best, Andi is always told that he must climb faster and higher.

Food is also scarce where they live, and the ants often fight over what little they have. Will things remain this way forever? What can Andi do to find a better future for his family and himself?

Ms Sun Xueling is currently Singapore’s Minister of State for Home Affairs and Social and Family Development. A mother of two young children, she conceptualised the children’s picture book series, What Ants Do, to explore pressing issues that children face today.

Josef Lee tells stories through pictures. His collection of comics and picture stories about life, love and stuff can be viewed on Instagram @joseflee.stories.