Bücher von 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.'

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!

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.

Nach Das Wunder einer Blume folgt ein weiteres Sachbuch mit künstlerischem Anspruch aus der Feder von Rachel Ignotofsky Schmetterlingen begegnet man überall! In der Mittagssonne flattern bunte Tagfalter über duftende Blumenwiesen, in der Dunkelheit huschen Nachtfalter geheimnisvoll über mondbeschienene Felder. Schmetterlinge gibt es in den unterschiedlichsten Farben, Formen und Größen. Und doch vereint sie alle das Wunder der Metamorphose - vom Ei über die Raupe bis zum ausgewachsenen Falter. Dieses farbenprächtige Sachbilderbuch lädt ein zu einer spannenden Reise in die Welt der Verwandlungskünstler. Wir erfahren, seit wann es Falter auf unserer Erde gibt, auf welchen Kontinenten sie zu Hause sind, welche Lebensphasen sie durchlaufen und weshalb sie so wichtig für unser Ökosystem sind.

Frauen können alles erreichen!Vulkane erforschen, mit Gorillas leben, ins All fliegen - mit ihren einzigartigen Fähigkeiten, ihrem Mut und ihrem Wissensdrang sind die 50 außergewöhnlichen Frauen, die Rachel Ignotofsky in spannenden Porträts vorstellt, eine Inspiration für alle Frauen und Mädchen.Der wundervoll illustrierte New York Times-Bestseller feiert die Erfolge von Frauen wie Jane Goodall oder Marie Curie, die - allen Widrigkeiten zum Trotz - den Weg geebnet haben für die nächste Generation von Ingenieurinnen, Biologinnen, Mathematikerinnen, Ärztinnen und vielen mehr - und zeigt so, dass jeder seine Träume verwirklichen kann, solange man an sich selbst glaubt.

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!

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.