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Monarchs of Winghaven, The
Naila Moreira
Illustrator: Naila Moreira
Ages: 12+
Published: 2024
Publisher: Walker Books/Candlewick Press
ISBN: 978-1-5362-1830-5
Keywords: Ecology-Friendship, nature, birds
Preteen naturalists Samantha and Bram bond as they observe and document the flora and fauna, including butterflies, of a nearby field and pond. Detailed black-and-white nature drawings. Map. Extensive back matter.