The Observologist
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The Observologist
The Observologist
A highly illustrated creative guide to the small creatures and the natural wonders we find when we take time to open our eyes to the world around us—an ode to the power of quiet observation.
“The Observologist is led by a true-to-child curiosity; spanning science and environmental care, it's visually rich and very funny.” Rachel Lawson, Publisher
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionA 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 glide upside down on the undersurface of the water; not all flies have wings; earthworms have bristles; butterflies taste with their feet. An observologist knows that there are extraordinary things to be found in even the most ordinary places.
The Observologist puts over 100 small creatures and features of the natural world under the microscope, piquing our curiosity with only the most interesting facts. Subjects range from slugs, ants, and seeds, fungi and flies through to bees and bird poop.
But this is no everyday catalogue of creatures. It is an antidote to boredom, an invitation out of the digital world and screentime, an encouragement to observe our environment, with care and curiosity, wherever we are.
Facts combine with comics, detailed illustrations, science, and funny stories in this unique, warm, and fascinating account of the small things all around us. Graphic and comic illustrations with funny talking insects make this a playful and informative book for 7- to 11-year-olds and one to be treasured in the classroom.
Giselle Clarkson has a comics and conservation background. Through her unique sensibility, you’ll find that once you start thinking small, there’s no limit to what you can notice—right under your nose.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781776575190
Publisher: Gecko Press
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 01 October 2023
Country: New Zealand
Imprint: Gecko Press
Illustration: Index; Graphs; Charts; Illustrations, color
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Giselle Clarkson
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 207.0mm
Height: 265.0mm
Weight: 694g
Pages: 120
About the Author
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 awardwinning 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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