The Monarchs of Winghaven

Sammie, a young naturalist, treasures a hidden place called Winghaven - an abandoned lot where wildlife thrives. She spends hours recording her observations in a detailed field journal. When a new boy, Bram, arrives with his camera, Sammie worries he'll reveal her secret, especially since other kids at school bully her. But Bram shares her love of science, and together they study pond life, woodpeckers, and monarch butterflies.

When they discover marked trees, they realize Winghaven is threatened by development. Determined to protect it, Sammie and Bram rely on courage, curiosity, and science. Filled with nature details, the story also includes Sammie's illustrations and notes on journaling, bird-watching, and studying monarchs.