Here are some of the many ways to run this experiment
Well, if you're an ant! Made by Maarten Rutgers out of free wine boxes from Wally's and $1.50 magnifying glasses from Daiso. Also, some chain to make sure the magnifying glasses don't wander off and start a fire away from supervision. Shown below as part of the solar energy exhibit in the 2015 Science Slam. You can also do this with a frying pan and chocolate!