Heroes and Happenings

Brianna Thorsen Design, Layout, Typography, Art Direction, Pattern Illustration

Amy Lykosh Creative Direction, Writer, Editor | Yuong Phu Design

Ilustration Alicia Hartsock, Mantis Mozeris, Nathaniel Park, Stanslav Polish,
Marina Ryaninia-Tsoy

Collaborating within a cohesive team, I embarked on the mission of seamlessly integrating diverse design elements to craft a captivating and accessible experience tailored to elementary children and their parents. Our collective efforts were dedicated to developing a rich tapestry of engaging components that would immerse readers in the multifaceted world of historical figures.
The culmination of our endeavors resulted in a remarkable two-volume set comprising 60 chapters, meticulously showcasing a diverse array of influential personalities from United States history. Among the roster of luminaries featured were renowned figures such as Thomas Edison and Theodore Roosevelt, alongside lesser-known yet remarkable individuals like Temple Grandin, the visionary autistic professor who revolutionized cattle management practices.
In my capacity as the Design Lead, I embarked on the task of conceptualizing and crafting compelling layouts for each chapter. Additionally, I meticulously delved into the text, adeptly composing vivid and evocative illustration descriptions to guide our talented illustration team in their creative process.
As a pivotal part of the project, I assumed the responsibility of assembling and recruiting a proficient illustration team. From an initial team of two, I expanded our creative force to a dedicated team of six individuals, ensuring that we had the necessary resources to deliver an exceptional product within the designated timeframe. My role encompassed daily communication with the illustration team, adeptly coordinating their efforts, and holding them accountable to project milestones and deadlines.
With all the integral design elements at my disposal, I deftly wove them together harmoniously, resulting in an enthralling narrative tapestry that celebrates the captivating tapestry of American history.

Discover & Do Science Experiments

Brianna Thorsen Design, Layout, Typography, Design Elements, Art Direction

Yuong Phu Design | Amber Baker Writer |
Ronda Olsen Project Manager

Ilustration Marcela Ribero, Hanna Tamsalu-Orlova

I was tasked with the responsibility of designing and developing a comprehensive set of 36 weekly experiments to serve as a supplementary resource to the scientific textbooks utilized by children in their studies. These experiments were specifically intended to be incorporated into a series of books catering to students from Kindergarten through 6th grade, with the intention of encouraging parental involvement in the learning process. Each experiment was meticulously crafted to encompass fundamental concepts, accompanied by detailed, step-by-step instructions, visually appealing illustrations, and invaluable tips to facilitate a seamless experience for the readers.
In my capacity as the Design Lead, I assumed the role of establishing a consistent wayfinding system within the textbooks, implementing color schemes that effectively differentiated various scientific principles, and meticulously selecting typography that embodied the dual purpose of captivating homeschooling mothers while serving as a practical textbook for classroom settings.
Moreover, I assumed the role of Art Director, overseeing a dedicated team of designers and illustrators who collaborated in the creation of the essential visual assets required for this project. By synergistically coordinating their efforts, we ensured the timely delivery of high-quality content that perfectly complemented the instructional aspects of the books.
The culmination of this series of books conferred a distinct competitive advantage upon Inquisicorp within the science homeschooling industry, effectively elevating their grade packages across two companies operating under their esteemed umbrella brand.

Eastern Hemisphere Notebook Pages

Brianna Thorsen Design Layout, Art Direction, Vector Illustrations

Amber Baker Writer | Christina Nicholls Editor

I was entrusted with the crucial task of modernizing our Eastern Hemisphere Notebook pages, which had become outdated and required a comprehensive transformation into a full-color print run. It was imperative that the design of these pages harmonized seamlessly with the accompanying history book. To achieve this objective, I embarked on an immersive exploration of historical maps, leveraging my expertise to meticulously colorize and simplify the design, thereby imbuing it with an educational and captivating aesthetic.
Moreover, I diligently ensured that the colors and design elements seamlessly aligned with those featured in the history book. This meticulous attention to detail aimed to create a truly comprehensive and harmonious companion piece, augmenting the overall learning experience for our valued homeschool families.

Heroes and Happenings

Brianna Thorsen Design, Layout, Typography, Art Direction, Pattern Illustration

Amy Lykosh Creative Direction, Writer, Editor | Yuong Phu Design

Ilustration Alicia Hartsock, Mantis Mozeris, Nathaniel Park, Stanslav Polish,
Marina Ryaninia-Tsoy

Introduce children to a wide range of people and events from the United States History in this richly illustrated book. Some of them are well known, like Thomas Edison and Theodore Roosevelt. Some are far more obscure like Temple Grandin, the autistic professor who transformed how people manage cattle.You’ll cover several presidents, the World Fair, and the Statue of Liberty. You’ll learn about events in almost every one of the 50 states. You’ll learn about people from a range of religions and ethnicities, with diverse skin colors and contributions. For animal lovers, we have a chapter with the story of an amazing dog.

Discover & Do Science Experiments

Brianna Thorsen Design, Layout, Typography, Design Elements, Art Direction

Yuong Phu Design | Amber Baker Writer |
Ronda Olsen Project Manager

Ilustration Marcela Ribero, Hanna Tamsalu-Orlova

Tasked with designing and laying out 36 weekly experiments to be a companion text to the scientific textbooks that children were studying. The design was to be used in a series of books for grade Kindergarten through 6th grade to be used with a parent doing the activity doing the activity beside them. The experiments include key concepts, detailed step-by-step instructions, colorful illustrations and helpful tips to take the readers through each fun, easy, and doable experiment.I worked as the Design lead, creating consistent way finding with-in the textbooks, color systems to distinguish between scientific principles, and typography. Our look had to balance the appeal to a homeschool mother as well as be a textbook that could be used in classrooms.I was also the art director and through the differing books would direct a small team of designers and illustrators to provide the assets that we needed for the project.This series of books gave Inquisicorp an edge in the science homeschool industry and elevated their grade packages in two companies under their umbrella brand.

Eastern Hemisphere Notebook Pages

Brianna Thorsen Design Layout, Art Direction, Vector Illustrations

Amber Baker Writer | Christina Nicholls Editor

These notebook style pages help your student interact with the countries and regions you "visit" on your homeschool journey. Map, timeline and question activities lead students to understand and appreciate various cultures. Questions and style coordinate with the Journey to the Eastern Hemisphere. These notebook pages also include ideas for enriching hands-on activities.