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    The Wondrous Workings of Planet Earth, by Rachel Ignotofsky | Book Review

    Denise MealyBy Denise Mealy3 Mins Read Ages 4-8 Ages 9-12 Animal Books Best Kids Stories Environment & Ecology Science Teens: Young Adults
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    The Wondrous Workings of Planet Earth

    Written and Illustrated by Rachel Ignotofsky

    Ages 7 and up | 128 Pages

    Publisher: Ten Speed Press | ISBN: 9780399580413

    What to expect: Planet Earth, non-fiction, illustrations, ecosystems

    Science has never been more interesting or more beautiful! This exciting guide to the world’s ecosystems is a perfect book for a budding environmental enthusiast. With artistically rendered drawings of complicated scientific concepts, children will dig right into the fascinating stories of the Earth’s many different ecosystems.

    First young readers can explore big concepts: What is an ecosystem? How are livings things classified, and how do they interact? Then, readers will move on to the major ecosystems of our planet. From the arid Mojave Desert in North America to the lush Congo in Africa, the world’s largest ecosystems are described and lovingly illustrated. Short enough not to overwhelm children while still being descriptive enough to get a feel for the ecosystems, each page is brimming with helpful information that would be perfect for a young reader’s book report (or dinner table discussion topics!).

    Aquatic ecosystems and the cycles of nature help to tie the book together. Then, Farms, cities, human impact, and global warming are covered. The book ends on a positive note, with ways to help protect our beautiful planet.

    These incredibly detailed illustrations, maps, and infographics by author and illustrator Rachel Ignotofsky are simply breathtaking. Children and adults alike will enjoy pouring over each page, looking for small details and exciting depictions. Some of our favorite touches were ecosystems and animals in colorfully rendered jars – they added the perfect touch of whimsy!

    This is a fabulous addition to a children’s collection of books or a school or class library. Bring the world to life with this amazing guide to THE WONDROUS WORKINGS OF PLANET EARTH.

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    About the Author and Illustrator

    Rachel Ignotofsky is a New York Times-bestselling author, illustrator, designer. She graduated from Tyler School of Art’s graphic design program and worked as a senior designer and illustrator at Hallmark Greetings. Rachel and her work have been featured in many print and online media outlets such as the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, Scientific American, Science Friday, Brain Pickings, and more. She is the author of Women in Science, Women in Sports, and I Love Science.

    The Wondrous Workings of Planet Earth, written and illustrated by Rachel Ignotofsky, was reviewed by Denise Mealy. Discover more books like The Wondrous Workings of Planet Earth by following our reviews and articles tagged with Earth, biology, non-fiction, and artful illustrations.

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    Denise Mealy is a former web content provider who stays at home to change diapers and write books. Her days are filled with Word documents, books and sloppy kisses (from dogs and baby alike). She likes to read, cook, dance, travel and forward pictures of spam sculptures to friends. If she could have dinner with any author, dead or alive, it would be a toss up between J.K. Rowling and Jane Austen. They would probably eat pasta. Yes, definitely pasta. For more information, visit: www.dccmealy.com You can also find her on Twitter: @dccmealy

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