Why I made these books
I wanted to give curious readers a way to slow down and see how the body and its cells are put together. A diagram can feel like a lot to take in at first. Giving one structure your attention while you colour it makes the page a little easier to explore.
How I build a spread
I start with the structures I want a reader to recognise and decide what detail they need to see. The plate gives those structures room to be coloured. The facing guide pairs each name with a short description of its function and a suggested colour, so you can connect the drawing with the idea.
Each spread pairs a study guide with a vintage-style colouring plate. Start with the guide to find the names of the structures and what they do. Use the suggested colours to follow them across the plate, then try the questions on the guide in your own words.
Start where you’re curious
The Curious Body looks at human anatomy, from bones and muscles to the heart and brain. The Curious Cell looks closer at membranes, organelles, DNA and cell division. Both books are written for curious readers aged 12 and up.