Bøger af Rachel Ignotofsky

Throughout history, many women have asked questions about our world. When they were told, 'You can't', they replied: 'Try and stop me.'

An illustrated journey through the world's ecosystems, exploring the plants and animals that live here and explaining how they - and Planet Earth - work, from the bestselling author of Women in Science.

Illustrated profiles of 50 pioneering female artists--from the 11th century to today--from the author of the New York Times bestseller Women in Science.A charmingly illustrated and inspiring book, Women in Art highlights the achievements and stories of 50 notable women in the arts--from well-known figures like painters Frida Kahlo and Georgia O''Keefe, to lesser-known names like 19th-century African American quilter Harriet Powers and Hopi-Tewa ceramic artist Nampeyo. Covering a wide array of artistic mediums, this fascinating collection also contains infographics about artistic movements throughout history, statistics about women''s representation in museums, and notable works by women. Women in Art celebrates the success of the bold female creators who inspired the world and paved the way for the next generation of artists.

A strikingly illustrated overview of the computing machines that have changed our world-from the abacus to the smartphone-and the people who made them, by the New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of Women in Science."A beautifully illustrated journey through the history of computing, from the Antikythera mechanism to the iPhone and beyond-I loved it."-Eben Upton, Founder and CEO of Raspberry PiComputers are everywhere and have impacted our lives in so many ways. But who created them, and why? How have they transformed the way that we interact with our surroundings and each other?Packed with accessible information, fun facts, and discussion starters, this charming and art-filled book takes you from the ancient world to the modern day, focusing on important inventions, from the earliest known counting systems to the sophisticated algorithms behind AI. The History of the Computer also profiles a diverse range of key players and creators-from An Wang and Margaret Hamilton to Steve Jobs and Sir Tim Berners-Lee-and illuminates their goals, their intentions, and the impact of their inventions on our everyday lives. This entertaining and educational journey will help you understand our most important machines and how we can use them to enhance the way we live. You'll never look at your phone the same way again!

From the creator of the New York Times bestseller Women in Science, comes a new nonfiction picture book series ready to grow young scientists by nurturing their curiosity about the natural world--starting with what's inside a flower.Budding backyard scientists can start exploring their world with this stunning introduction to these flowery show-stoppers--from seeds to roots to blooms. Learning how flowers grow gives kids beautiful building blocks of science and inquiry.In the launch of a new nonfiction picture book series, Rachel Ignotofsky's distinctive art style and engaging, informative text clearly answers any questions a child (or adult) could have about flowers.

A stunning collection of 50 of the boldest and bravest pioneering female artists throughout history, from bestselling author and illustrator Rachel Ignotofsky.

An illustrated tour of the planet exploring ecosystems large and small, from reefs, deserts, and rainforests to a single drop of water—from the New York Times bestselling author of Women in Science.   Making earth science accessible and entertaining through art, maps, and infographics, The Wondrous Workings of Planet Earth explains how our planet works—and how we can protect it—from its diverse ecosystems and their inhabitants, to the levels of ecology, the importance of biodiversity, the cycles of nature, and more. Science- and nature-loving readers of all ages will delight in this utterly charming guide to our amazing home.

From the creator of the New York Times bestseller Women in Science, comes a nonfiction picture book series ready to grow young scientists by nurturing their curiosity about the natural world--starting with what's inside a flower.Budding backyard scientists can start exploring their world with this stunning introduction to these flowery show-stoppers--from seeds to roots to blooms. Learning how flowers grow gives kids beautiful building blocks of science and inquiry.In the launch of a new nonfiction picture book series, Rachel Ignotofsky's distinctive art style and engaging, informative text clearly answers any questions a child (or adult) could have about flowers.

New York Times bestseller Rachel Ignotofsky's Women in Sports comes to the youngest readers in board format!Highlighting the pioneering efforts of women athletes, this board book edition of the original bestseller features simpler text and Rachel Ignotofsky's signature beautiful illustrations reimagined for younger readers to introduce the perfect role models for inspiring a love of sports. The collection includes diverse women across various sports, time periods, and geographic location. The perfect gift for every future athlete!

The groundbreaking New York Times bestseller, Women in Science by Rachel Ignotofsky, comes to the youngest readers in board format!Highlighting notable women's contributions to STEM, this board book edition features simpler text and Rachel Ignotofsky's signature illustrations reimagined for young readers to introduce the perfect role models to grow up with while inspiring a love of science.  The collection includes diverse women across various scientific fields, time periods, and geographic locations. The perfect gift for every curious budding scientist!

This book is filled with stories of women who achieved their greatest dreams - women who pushed themselves to the limit, did the impossible and became legends.

From the New York Times bestselling author of Women in Science comes an inspiring guided journal that will help you reflect on our planet and your impact upon it.Based on Rachel Ignotofsky's beautiful and informative book The Wondrous Workings of Planet Earth, this journal is full of colorful, hand-drawn art and prompts that encourage people, old and young, to learn about the world's ecosystems, contemplate how their carbon footprint affects the Earth, and come up with ways to make positive changes for the environment. Rachel's art is stylized, singular, and engaging, full of punchy color and interesting detail, and she has a particular passion and talent for communicating scientific information visually.The journal opens with a short infographic reference section that explains how our planet works and how we can help save it, and then features engaging writing and drawing prompts, as well as inspiring quotes about the natural world. Perfect for nature lovers ages ten and up, this journal is an inspiring, interactive way to understand the world we live in.

This colorfully illustrated 500-piece puzzle features 15 trailblazing women of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and is a perfect gift for budding feminists and science lovers. A unique 18 x 24-inch-inch poster is included for referencing the design while working on the puzzle.Based on the New York Times bestselling book Women in Science, this brightly colored 500-piece puzzle celebrates 15 groundbreaking female scientists and is perfect for the whole family.