By building this ant colony, kids will learn important lessons about the natural world around them. They will learn important beginner STEM skills such as observation, attention to detail and following instructions. In addition, they will learn about one of Earth's most abundant populations. Follow the Education and Instruction booklet closely to construct the ant mine with plaster of paris, find out how to care for the ants and be inspired by experiments to understand ant behavior. Adult supervision is recommended. Size of Ant Mine: 10.25" L x 7.1" W.