Author: Becker, Helaine
Brand: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
Edition: Illustrated
Binding: Hardcover
Format: Picture Book
Number Of Pages: 40
Release Date: 19-06-2018
Part Number: 27578584
Details: The bold story of Katherine Johnson, an African-American mathematician who worked for NASA during the space race and was depicted in the film Hidden Figures. You've likely heard of the historic Apollo 13 moon landing. But do you know about the mathematical genius who made sure that Apollo 13 returned safely home? As a child, Katherine Johnson loved to count. She counted the steps on the road, the number of dishes and spoons she washed in the kitchen sink, everything! Boundless, curious, and excited by calculations, young Katherine longed to know as much as she could about math, about the universe. From Katherine's early beginnings as a gifted student to her heroic accomplishments as a prominent mathematician at NASA, Counting on Katherine is the story of a groundbreaking American woman who not only calculated the course of moon landings but, in turn, saved lives and made enormous contributions to history. Christy Ottaviano Books
EAN: 9781250137524
Package Dimensions: 11.2 x 9.4 x 0.6 inches
Languages: English