Not long ago, monarchs numbered in the billions, but in the last 20 years, their population has dropped by 90%. The good news, though, is that today, a growing army of citizen scientists, students, and gardeners all over North America are engaged in restoring this beloved pollinator's habitat. In this boo, the reader will learn the story of a magnificient butterfly, the perils it faces and what we can do to help. This beautifully illustrated book gives the most up-to-date information, fun facts, and projects for all ages including: how to become a citizen scientist, how to tag a monarch, how to create a monarch way-station in your own backyard, how to raise a monarch at home, and much more.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.