About the author & the books
Author bio
Petra Crofton is a biologist and philosopher who has worked with the World Conservation Union (IUCN) and A Rocha, in Portugal, France and other countries. She leads outdoor children’s and youth work at her local church in Gloucester and runs environmental education activities in the community and at primary schools.
She has translated and adapted books like Science Geek Sam and his secret logbook and Crackle and Pop.
Petra loves outdoor adventures: climbing UK mountains and the Alps, and cycling in the Netherlands, where she is originally from. She is the author and illustrator of Science Geek Christy and her Eco-Logbook.
Petra is also the author of all the Wild and Wonderful resources and has road tested each pack at local schools and churches.
You can book Petra for workshops on writing, environmental education, and the church and schools programmes, in person or over Zoom. Email: infowildandwonderful@gmail.com
About the books
Science Geek Christy and her Eco Logbook
Meet Christy, a determined young eco-warrior…When she and some of her classmates win a science competition to visit Ecuador to write travel blogs, excitement is overshadowed by a HUGE dilemma. Can they get there in an eco-friendly way? Also, they discover the trip is not all that it seems!
Science Geek Christy and her Eco Logbook is a fact-filled and gripping adventure for those passionate about protecting the planet. It is an engaging, funny, fast-moving, and thought-provoking story written for 7-12 year olds.
Science Geek Sam and his secret logbook
Meet Sam, science geek extraordinaire, and have an exclusive peek at his top secret logbook. When a meteorite crashes into Sam’s school bike shed, his class have a LOT of questions about space, the universe, and life on earth. But can they believe in God AND the Big Bang? They make some cool discoveries that show them that, surprisingly, the answer is a clear yes.
Prequel Science Geek Sam and his secret logbook is a further fact-filled, fun and thought-provoking story featuring Christy and Sam and their classmates.
We are hoping that Science Geek Christy will be published in more languages.
Please get in touch if you have relevant suggestions and networks!
Reviews
“This cheerful, lively and wise book will help children and adults alike to a better understanding of the world we live in and a greater awe for the creator God who made it all. In a discussion often dominated by prejudice and fear, this book will enable Christians from all backgrounds to engage with the real questions and to find their faith strengthened.”
“What a fantastic story! Christy and her pals have a huge adventure, while taking us on a whistle stop tour of some of the biggest issues facing us all today – fossil fuels, carbon footprints, food waste, plastics and more. I loved the way Petra has woven a biblical understanding of creation care and some tricky moral dilemmas into the story. Highly recommended for young readers.”
“Science Geek Christy is a great read. It effortlessly weaves fascinating facts about our planet into a compelling story, with brilliant relatable characters. Enjoy the trip to Ecuador!”
“A great way to engage children in real and significant concerns through a fabulous story.”