The Watertower facts for kids
Cover for The Watertower
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| Author | Gary Crew |
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| Illustrator | Steven Woolman |
| Publisher | Era Publications |
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Publication date
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1994 |
| Media type | Hardcover & Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781863743204 |
| Followed by | Beneath the Surface |
The Watertower is a 1994 picture book for young adults. It was written by Australian author Gary Crew and illustrated by Steven Woolman. The story takes place in a small country town called Preston. It's about two teenagers who explore a spooky watertower on Shooter's Hill. The pictures in the book use chalk, pencil, and paint to create a mysterious feeling. The words are simple, but the detailed pictures make the story feel a bit eerie.
The book uses ideas from a type of science fiction called gothic science fiction. This style often includes a bit of scary fun, like old ghost stories. It also talks about how technology might change or even harm life. In The Watertower, this idea is shown through things like satellites.
Awards and Recognition
The Watertower has won several important awards:
- Won - CBCA Children's Book of the Year Award: Picture Book (1995)
- Won - Books I Love Best Yearly: Read Australia Award (1995)
