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Your Own Backyard
Daylight in the Northern Hemisphere continues to increase this month, peaking on the solstice, June 21st. The summer solstice marks the astronomical beginning of summer. In the backyard, summertime brings lots of opportunities to explore the natural world. Report your observations.

"What a delightful recess today! We saw 4 butterflies and one even flew onto a student's hand!" 05/28/15 Prosperity, South Carolina

a butterfly in hand
 Debra Templin