Alison Pearce Stevens

Join Claire Fackler and me on Mar. 10 as we bring HOPE to #environmentaleducation during this FREE @NOAA.gov National Marine Sanctuaries webinar
🌊 🦈 Registration: bit.ly/40hA9YT

#EcoEducation @eastwestlit #edusky #TLSky

I got a chance to read this upcoming book by @alisonpstevens.bsky.social and it is SO cool! I have to make sure it ends up in one of my @jrlibraryguild.bsky.social boxes. Elementary students will eat this up!

A small blue and orange songbird launching itself off a branch. It’s fully airborne, but its wings aren’t open yet. Blue sky behind ©️DTL 2026

Eastern bluebird launching 🪶

An Army Corps project could wipe out one of Florida’s last thriving coral reefs The fate of one of the last thriving coral reefs in Florida may be imperiled by plans to widen the shipping channel leading into Port Everglades.

The US army corps of engineers is considering, right now, what would be the largest destruction of coral reefs in US history. To make a port slightly bigger.

People know this, right?

www.washingtonpost.com/climate-envi...

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A photo of a canyon wren perched on a rock. Its long tail is pointed up.

Who else loves canyon wrens?

#birds #wildlife #nature

Wall painting of a gray centipede on a bike on a red-orange-yellow background

Love the art in Tucson #invertebrate

Thank you!!

A beaver swims across the top right corner with a branch in its mouth. Cover of When Beavers Move in with gold JLG Gold Standard seal. "This lively and thoughtful picture book explores the surprising benefits of one of nature's most industrious animals." - Booklist

WHEN BEAVERS MOVE IN In is a Gold Standard book! 🎉 Thank you @jrlibraryguild.bsky.social!

Available from all major booksellers in just five days!
@mackidsbooks.bsky.social @akaweiss.bsky.social

🦫 #KidLit #K-12 #STEMEd #rewilding #nature #IndigenousPeople

Gratitude to five wonderful years of Heartdrum! Together, we're making the world of books better for young readers. Mvto/thank you for your ongoing enthusiasm and support! www.harpercollins.com/pages/childr... #KidLit #YALit @harperkids.bsky.social @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social

a pack of kittens closes in a a large dog standing on a chair

David Attenborough [whispering]:

“As the predators close in on their helpless prey, we can only watch in silent horror, for it is not man’s role to interfere in the hierarchy of nature.”

Natasha Donovan is a phenomenal illustrator--color is her superpower! Available for preorder now! us.macmillan.com/books/978125...
For a signed copy, order from my local indie: francieandfinch.indielite.org/book/9781250...
@steamteambooks.bsky.social @mackidsbooks.bsky.social @akaweiss.bsky.social

They Will Build It - bioGraphic In western Washington, the Tulalip Tribes bet big on beavers.

In 8 days, my picture book, WHEN BEAVERS MOVE IN, hits store shelves. It tells the story of what happens after beavers are relocated and was partially inspired by EAGER by @bengoldfarb.bsky.social. Check out Ben's overview of the Tulalip Beaver Project, also highlighted in my forthcoming book.

The day I discovered there were Longhorn bees was a memorable one for me!

This guy was visiting a blooming tithonia in our yard. Those antennae!!
#invertes #nativebees

As the quote goes:

Keeping honeybees to "save the bees" is like keeping chickens to "save the birds".

A Nationwide Book Ban Bill Has Been Introduced in the House of Representatives Hours after the State of the Union address, House republicans introduced legislation banning LGBTQ+ books from public schools nationwide.

A nationwide book ban bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives. Here's what you need to know about HR7661, including who is behind it, the history behind such bills, and what you need to do to stop it.

bookriot.com/hr7661-book-...

Take a few minutes to bask in the glory of nature. These photos are incredible. And they'll lower your blood pressure to boot.

Meet @alisonpstevens.bsky.social. She put ONE CAN BE in a Nebraska @littlefreelibrary.bsky.social a bit ago as the photo shows. I appreciate her patience waiting for this post. Getting through 50 states takes a while. Nebraska is state 46 to have ONE CAN BE in a LFL.

#onecanbe #50states #nebraska

Fried egg jellyfish. A short-lived species that's harmless to humans.

What is even the point of two cloves? It's like you're not even trying. My rule: triple garlic, cut onion by half.

A solid cooking rule to follow is to remember that when recipes say "add two cloves of garlic" is is always a misprint and what they actually mean is six.

6 raku vases in a grid with a white background in two rows of three. There is a vase name in black text under each image, from left to, to right bottom, the names are Lagoon Nebula, Draconis, Skyfire, Pinwheel, Persueus'Cloud, Tethy's Tide.

A closeup of 3 vases glowing in the reduction firing of the raku process.

The world feels very unsettled, and art isn’t always the priority in these trying times. Even so, I'm here and keep on making.

These are my latest one-of-a-kind raku vessels available now. A share or like to help them find their people would mean a great deal. 🙏

‘Mind-blowing’ baby chick study challenges a theory of how humans evolved language Newborn chicks connect sounds with shapes just like humans, suggesting deep evolutionary roots of the “bouba-kiki” effect

Newborn chicks connect sounds with shapes just like humans, suggesting deep evolutionary roots of the “bouba-kiki” effect

Sorry! Just wanted to share. That whole misery loves company thing. 😆

Working on an article about memory, and every time I think about it, the song "Memory" from CATS pops in my head. And now it's in yours too. You can thank Grizabella. 😼

What I love most about this is how clearly it demonstrates a core principle of dog life: They view themselves as fully belonging wherever they happen to be. Never any question.

Big goals can feel overwhelming. Here’s how to stay on track Aiming for something big? Break that big goal into smaller, manageable steps. Then narrow your focus. This will keep your eyes on the prize.

What makes new goals difficult to reach? As I discussed with @alisonpstevens.bsky.social for @sciencenews.bsky.social,
the issue might be holding precise but costly memories of the target. As we internalize rules for what success looks like, goals become more attainable. @annecollins.bsky.social

Find Your Representative Find your representatives. Learn how to find and connect with them. Stay informed about their bills, committees, and contributions.

Now is a GREAT time to call your Senators and urge them to vote NO on the disastrous SAVE Act.

Find your Senator here: www.commoncause.org/find-your-re...

More than 560 items sold and over $12k raised for ACLU/NARF! Taking orders through March 1

If you would like a signed copy, please order from Francie & Finch Bookshop (note in the comment box how you want it personalized). You'll get a signed book, bookmark, and exclusive sticker sheet featuring some of Natasha Donovan's incredible art. Bought it from another bookseller? You can submit your receipt to get swag delivered right to your mailbox. See my website (apstevens.com) for details.

Things are awful right now, but in the spirit of sharing good news, I have a book about resilience, healing, and the power of a small group of dedicated people to bring about big change. WHEN BEAVERS MOVE IN comes out March 10!
@mackidsbooks.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social
#kidlit 🦫

2 terrific @steamteambooks.bsky.social authors share inspiration & insights into their new STEM books releasing in February. www.mariacmarshall.com/single-post-... @noranickumbooks.bsky.social @charlesbridge.bsky.social @patricianewman.bsky.social #interview #science #biography #kidlit 📚👍