The Observologist
a handbook for mounting very small scientific expeditions
$31.99
- Hardcover
120 pages
- Release Date
1 October 2023
Summary
Unlock the Secrets of the Small: A Field Guide for Curious Minds
A highly illustrated, playful field guide for budding natural scientists and curious observers of the world right under our noses.
Observology is the study of looking. An observologist makes scientific expeditions, albeit very small ones, every day. They notice interesting details in the world around them. They are expert at finding tiny creatures, plants and fungi. They know that water snails …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781776575190 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1776575199 |
| Author: | Giselle Clarkson |
| Publisher: | Gecko Press |
| Imprint: | Gecko Press |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 120 |
| Release Date: | 1 October 2023 |
| Weight: | 694g |
| Dimensions: | 265mm x 207mm x 16mm |
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Critics Review
“A charming work sure to spark a lifelong habit of looking closely at the natural world.”
– Kirkus Reviews, starred review“A magnum opus—Giselle has a great ability to see the world from a child’s perspective.”
– Radio New Zealand“The ultimate boredom-buster and a wholesome antidote to the digital world…teaches young readers to embrace curiosity, show patience and care for their environment in unexpected ways.”
“A brilliant blend of factual and hilarious.”
– Centre for Literacy in Primary Education, UK“A carefully curated museum for all ages.”
– The Sapling, New Zealand“All-encompassing.”
– The Listener, 50 Best Kids’ Books of 2023“With lots of useful pieces of information, you can dip in and out and learn something new each time.”
– National Library of New Zealand, Best Children’s Books of 2023About The Author
Giselle Clarkson
Giselle Clarkson is an illustrator and comic artist based in Greytown, New Zealand. Known for her non-fiction comics on conservation and environmental topics, she has illustrated a number of award-winning books including Egg and Spoon: An Illustrated Cookbook by Alexandra Tylee and The Gobbledegook Book: A Joy Cowley Anthology. Giselle is a 2023 Arts Foundation Laureate, receiving the prestigious Mallinson Rendel Illustrators Award.
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