Description
Little Lookers Mini Beasts Journal: Wrigglers & Squishy Things
Little Lookers is a calm, playful nature journal designed for young children who like to look closely at the world around them.
Through simple observations, drawing spaces, and gentle prompts, children are invited to notice minibeasts in gardens, parks, pots, and pavements – at their own pace. In this volume they will meet slugs, snails and worms!
This journal prioritises:
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curiosity over correctness
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noticing over naming
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care over collecting
There is no pressure to identify everything or complete every page. Some children will draw, some will talk, some will simply watch — all of this counts.
Little Lookers supports attention, emotional regulation, and confidence through quiet observation and connection with nature.
Designed around different ways of thinking, feeling and engaging with the world, this journal supports children who thrive with gentle structure, repetition and sensory awareness – without assuming any one way of learning.
Bonus Journal For Children Included
This journal includes a free printable companion,
“And Then We Found…” (worth £4.50).
This bonus journal is designed for moments when children discover something that isn’t in the main book — supporting open-ended noticing and reminding children that nature doesn’t fit into neat boxes.
It can be used alongside Little Lookers or on its own.
It Grows With Your Child
Little Lookers is the first journal in a slow, gentle noticing series.
As children grow, many families choose to continue the same calm approach with:
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Quiet Noticers (approximately ages 6–10)
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Practice of Noticing (approximately ages 11+)
Each journal builds on familiar rhythms while offering age-appropriate depth, so children don’t have to start again — they simply keep noticing.
Every journal can also be used on its own.
For The Grown-Ups Alongside Them
An optional adult companion guide is available for the people supporting a child’s exploration – whether that’s parents, carers, educators, grandparents, or other supporting adults.
The companion guide explains:
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the thinking behind the journal
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how noticing supports learning and wellbeing
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how to use the journal without directing or correcting
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why some creatures may reappear in different contexts
It’s there to support you, not add to your to-do list.
A Thoughtful Digital Gift With A Gentle Promise
There is no rush.
There is no right way.
Small moments count.
This journal is part of a growing collection designed to support noticing as children grow.
Digital download. Print and use in your own time.