How To Be A Bad Botanist

This light-hearted, non-fiction guide invites you into the world of plants and botany. Its central idea is that you already know more about plants than you realize, and with simple tools and friendly prompts you can grow that knowledge even further. It’s suitable for curious readers of all ages—families, beginners, and anyone who loves the outdoors—and it delivers a warm, encouraging tone that makes learning feel approachable and enjoyable. This educational book blends interactive learning with activity-based learning, helping you grow confident in your observations. Content is presented as a practical, illustration-rich guide with bite-sized lessons and hands-on prompts. You’ll explore plant parts, simple identification, and seasonal changes through observation, journaling, and tiny experiments designed for real-life settings. The reading experience is distinctive for its approachable voice, gentle humor, and clear visuals that turn plant talk into doable, everyday discoveries. - Practical plant-spotting prompts and simple identification tips - Hands-on activities like plant journaling, seed sprouting, and a windowsill herb project - Clear illustrations and diagrams of plant parts and features - Interactive prompts, quick checklists, and reflection questions - Accessible explanations of plant groups, seasons, and ecology - Activity-based learning that fits at-home, park, or cl