Trailblazers
Words & Pictures (Verlag)
978-0-7112-9293-2 (ISBN)
Trailblazers have done extraordinary things throughout history. They’ve made incredible contributions to the world, from inventing common household objects we take for granted every day to breaking barriers in sports or medicine. But how much do you really know about the innovators who’ve shaped our world?
Everyone knows that. . .
Martin Luther King Jr. used every means possible to fight for civil rights
Ruth Handler set up the toy company Mattel to createBarbie dolls
William Shakespeare came up with the story of Romeo and Juliet
AND that Florence Nightingale's family supported her dream of becoming a nurse
Or did they. . . ? Because. . . OH NO THEY DIDN'T!
Misconceptions about famous figures from the past and present are everywhere, but none of them are true! In Oh No They Didn't: Trailblazers myths are busted about over 50 trailblazers from politicians to legends, athletes, activists, scientists, company owners, creatives and more.
In this fresh and funny guide written by Eric Huang, learn about inspiring innovators from all over the world as well as their influence on history and popular culture. Stylishly designed and humorously illustrated by Sam Caldwell, Oh No They Didn't: Trailblazers makes learning fun with unexpected facts and a playful, upbeat approach to non-fiction.
Oh No They Didn't: Trailblazers is the perfect inspiring guide for ALL young people to learn about influential innovators, including the parts of their story that may have been left out of traditional history books or media. In this easy-to-read book, you're sure to discover lesser-known pioneers who deserve to be celebrated, too!
Eric Huang is a podcaster, writer, start-up mentor and university lecturer. He reads a lot, loves museums, nature, and art history. He worked as an editor and book publisher for 20 years with roles at Disney Publishing, Penguin Australia, Penguin UK, and LEGO Books – then joined digital agency Made in Me and became a children’s media consultant, and now a children's author. Sam Caldwell is an illustrator who lives in Glasgow with his wife and two cats, Tonks and Luna. He grew up in the north of England and studied painting at the Edinburgh College of Art. He loves inventing characters and creating images packed full of detail, texture and colour. He is passionate about animals and nature and, when not drawing, can often be found exploring the Scottish Highlands.
Introduction
Changemakers
Supporting Suffrage
Civil Rights
Planet Protectors
LGBTQ+ Pride
Creative Catalysts
Literary Legends
Distinguished Dancers
Pop Pioneers
Prominent Painters
Awesome Athletes
Swift Sportspeople
Barrier Breakers
Brilliant Ball Players
Mighty Medalists
Exceptional Explorers
Deep Divers
Awesome Adventurers
Peerless Pioneers
Amazing Astronauts
Legendary Leaders
Remarkable Royals
Popular Politicians
Head Honchos
Revolutionary Reformers
Inspiring Innovators
DNA Decoders
Medical Marvels
Tech Trendsetters
Ingenious Inventors
Timeline
MAP
GLOSSARY
ABOUT THE AUTHOR & ILLUSTRATOR
| Erscheinungsdatum | 23.07.2025 |
|---|---|
| Reihe/Serie | Oh No They Didn't |
| Illustrationen | Sam Caldwell |
| Zusatzinfo | color illustrations |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 160 x 210 mm |
| Gewicht | 350 g |
| Themenwelt | Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Sachbücher ► Geschichte / Politik |
| Schulbuch / Wörterbuch | |
| ISBN-10 | 0-7112-9293-0 / 0711292930 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0-7112-9293-2 / 9780711292932 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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