The story of the interaction between Suleiman and the ants is one of the most beautiful stories in the Quran for kids; as it records how Allah intends for us to live alongside the rest of the creatures, which reflects how we - human beings - are supposed to treat each other, according to the teachings of Islam.
“Allah has granted his prophet - Suleiman - the ability to speak to animals and birds, and no one else on this earth has ever been blessed with such a unique ability.
One day, Suleiman was out with his huge army, and everyone was marching forward with strength, persistence, and determination to achieve their mission.
While they were moving, they were about to come across a village of ants. An ant; a very smart, kind, and brave ant saw them and noticed that they were about to crush the little ants with their enormous feet.
She looked at her family and friends, and noticed that they weren’t aware of the danger; as they were concentrating on their work, and paying attention only to it.
So, she screamed at them to be wary of Suleiman and his army, lest they crush them without noticing. The wise Suleiman heard the smart ant, and ordered his army to take a different route; so that they don’t disturb or hurt the little ants, who are working so hard.”
