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Notebook for fantastical observations

Tony DiTerlizzi, Holly Black (2005)

SubgenreFairy Tale Retelling
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages215 (Quick Read (<250))
SettingSecondary World
CSM age8
Goodreads3.93/5 (1808)

Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

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Synopsis

This notebook for fantastical observations is a must-have for any young adventurer wishing to follow in the footsteps of Arthur Spiderwick and the Grace children. In addition to tips for tracking and observing faerie phenomena (under headings like; How to Get the Sight, Faerie Protections, Suggested Equipment, and Ways to Tell There Might Be Faeries Nearby), readers will read about boggarts, brownies, goblins, griffins, hobgoblins, sprites, trolls, stray sod, phookas, unicorns, elves, dwarves, knockers, dragons, and ogres-all creatures found in the first five books of the Spiderwick Chronicles-in tales gathered from faerie watchers around the globe. There are also copious blank pages in each section throughout for readers.

Is Notebook for fantastical observations appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 8 and up.

This interactive companion to the Spiderwick Chronicles series provides in-world guidance on tracking faeries with mild fantastical content about various magical creatures. No concerning content beyond light fantasy peril inherent to the creature descriptions.

What to know going in

This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.

Who'll love this

Kids who love the Spiderwick books will enjoy this hands-on guide to faeries with space to record their own observations and adventures.

Tags

GuidebookInteractiveCompanion BookEducational Fantasy