In 2018, GEN2050 students read the national bestseller, “Lab Girl”, written by Hope Jahren. This autobiography follows Jahren’s journey from a childhood love of plants to a Geobiologist.

This book is available for purchase through the following link: https://www.amazon.com/Lab-Girl-Hope-Jahren-ebook/dp/B00Z3FYQS4.

In the summer of 2019, GEN2050 students read the #1 New York Times Bestselling memoir, ‘Becoming’ written by Michelle Obama. This inspiring book told the “experiences that have shaped her—from her childhood on the South Side of Chicago to her years as an executive balancing the demands of motherhood and work, to her time spent at the world’s most famous address. “

The GEN2050 Program highly recommends this book. Available for purchase at the following link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1524763136?tag=randohouseinc13424-20.

During the summer of 2019, GEN2050 youth read this powerful exploration on “God, self-love, partners, children, family, and community.” Common is a Grammy Award, Academy Award, and Golden Globe-winning musician, actor, and activist. This book connects mindfulness and personal leadership practices GEN2050 students engage in.

If you are interested in purchasing this book, it is available for purchase here: https://www.amazon.com/Let-Love-Have-Last-Word/dp/1501133152.

GEN2050 students who participate in the Bats, Bees, and Butterflies project help document Atala butterflies, Mexican Freetail Bats, and Florida Bonneted Bats observed at Patch of Heaven Sanctuary. This book provides insight into the life long research conducted by Tuttle and what he has discovered.

If you are interested in reading this book, it is available for purchase using the following link: https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Lives-Bats-Adventures-Misunderstood/dp/0544382277.

GEN2050 students who participate in the Bats, Bees, and Butterflies project help document Atala butterflies, Mexican Freetail Bats, and Florida Bonneted Bats observed at Patch of Heaven Sanctuary. This book is a vital part of GEN2050 students’ understanding of the life cycle of many backyard butterflies from caterpillar to mature butterfly.

If you are interested in learning more about the life cycle of butterflies, this book is available for purchase using the following link: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Cycles-Butterflies-Maturity-Visual/dp/1580176178.

Since 2017, GEN2050 students have received STEM education through learning Beekeeping. ‘Beekeeping for Dummies’ is a great resource for hobbyists, enthusiasts, and beekeepers alike, providing accurate and detailed information on the Western Honey Bee.

If you are interested in learning more about the Western Honey, this book is available for purchase using the following link: https://www.amazon.com/Beekeeping-Dummies-Howland-Blackiston/dp/0470430656.