The American Association for the Advancement of Science has announced the finalists for their 2013 book awards, and How To Raise Monarch Butterflies:  A Step-by-Step Guide for Kids is up for the Hands-on Science Award. This is awarded to a book which “promotes science literacy by showcasing the importance of good science writing that promotes inquiry and hands-on learning.” You can see the full judging criteria and list of nominees at the link above.

Founded in 1848, AAAS serves some 261 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. Their publication – Science – has the largest paid circulation of any peer-reviewed general science journal in the world, with an estimated total readership of one million.

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After visiting Sierra Chincua two days before, and hearing that El Rosario was even better, anticipation was high.  While half the group took the horses, I joined the walking group.

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Today I being a series of blogs to tell the story of how I intend to protect the oyamel trees in Mexico. That’s where the monarchs roost, high in the

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Book Review: Monarch Butterflies: Explore the Life Journey of One of the Winged Wonders of the World

Monarch Butterflies is a visual and literary delight. Author Ann Hobbie is the Chair of the board of directors of Monarch Joint Venture. For her first book, she partnered with

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