In book #1, "Meet Sinclair the Water Bear," children are compelled to think further than the dirt or soil they see and play in and will gain a new appreciation for 'dirt'. It is a broad introduction to the microorganisms in the soil microbiome and why they are important to organic gardening. Children will meet a specific microorganism, Sinclair the Water Bear, who lives in water drops in the soil and discover how he is different from all the other soil critters.
In this series, children will join Sinclair and his fashion-forward, colourful-hat-hoarding sidekick Ronnie Raven on a teaching adventure meant to "Convert the Dirt." Each book in this series will introduce young learners to key concepts about the micro-biome, composting, no-till gardening, companion planting, indicator plants and the difference between soil and dirt, to name a few.
"Sinclair the Water Bear Early Learning Series" is a fun and engaging introductory exploration of the Soil Food Web and Organic Horticulture. There is a vast amount of knowledge to learn about these topics. One all-encompassing book can overwhelm young learners and often gets lost on a shelf. A series becomes cherished. With that in mind, the author chose a series format to make it easier for your child to learn the concepts over time. Receiving new books creates excitement, ensures retention and keeps your child engaged longer. The information will stick, and your young learner will enjoy building a gardening book library they will continually refer to over time; as entertainment, study and reference!

If your children range in age, comprehension abilities and reading levels, this series is a must-have for your family! The 'story' is written in fast-paced verse, which ensures retention. The second half of each book is designed for youth aged 7 to 12 and includes further learning and activities. Some books even include DIY science experiments that parents may enjoy as well! This series is a fun addition to any classroom, school or home library. Teachers and parents might learn some things that surprise them too! Sinclair can survive in almost any environment. He can even speak to people! But can he survive teaching growers the benefits of breaking old habits and learning new, sustainable ones that support the Soil Food Web and Organic Horticulture? Other Books in the Series: Book 2. "Cranky Franky" - a story about a farmer who grows dandelions better than garden vegetables! Sinclair and his friend must get creative to teach him a lesson! Learning Concepts: Indicator Plants, Compaction, Mulch and Compost Tea, Tilling and Soil Structure and Recipes for Critter Tea. RELEASE DATE MAY 10 2023 - Book 3. "Petal and Sprout are Thirsty" - a momma daisy and her baby, Sprout, can't find any water to drink even though the gardener made sure they had some! Learning Concepts: Soil Structure, Water Movement Through Soil, and Organic Matter. RELEASE DATE MAY 10 2023 - Book 4. "Squished Ghost in the Compost" - Willow's mom loves gardening, but she also loves fertilizer and pesticides! Learning Concepts: Fungi, Natural Soil Enhancements, Beneficial Microorganisms. More books are on the way...