Overview
As a child, Katherine Johnson loved to count. She counted the steps on the road, the number of stars in the sky, the number of dishes and spoons she washed in the kitchen sink. 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, this is the story of a ground-breaking American icon who not only calculated the course of moon landings but, in turn, saved lives. A Christy Ottaviano Book
Full Product Details
Author: Helaine Becker ,
Dow Phumiruk
Publisher: St Martin's Press
Imprint: St Martin's Press
Dimensions:
Width: 24.50cm
, Height: 29.00cm
, Length: 1.40cm
Weight: 0.460kg
ISBN: 9781250137524
ISBN 10: 1250137527
Pages: 40
Publication Date: 19 June 2018
Recommended Age: From 5 years
Audience:
Children/juvenile
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Children / Juvenile
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: To order
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Reviews
A Junior Library Guild Selection An NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book A Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year A picture-book biography of a humble genius who excelled in a career once out of reach for most African-Americans. An excellent biography that will inspire young readers, especially girls, to do what they love. --Kirkus, starred review Children who want to share in the Hidden Figures buzz can start right here . . . Phumiruk's digital artwork convincingly portrays Johnson as brainy and imaginative. This title is ready made for My Hero biography reports. --The Bulletin Featuring engaging text and captivating illustrations, this picture book introduces the amazing life of mathematician Katherine Johnson to young readers. Sure to inspire a new generation of mathematicians. A solid addition to biography collections. --School Library Journal The straightforward, informative text is paired with delicate, precise digital artwork. . . Very worthwhile book. --Booklist Phumiruk works in a crisp, uncluttered art style, infusing emotionality into more private moments of reflection. --Publishers Weekly
A Junior Library Guild Selection
A Junior Library Guild Selection A picture-book biography of a humble genius who excelled in a career once out of reach for most African-Americans. An excellent biography that will inspire young readers, especially girls, to do what they love. --Kirkus, starred review Children who want to share in the Hidden Figures buzz can start right here . . . Phumiruk's digital artwork convincingly portrays Johnson as brainy and imaginative. This title is ready made for My Hero biography reports. --The Bulletin
Author Information
Helaine Becker is the author of many books for children and young readers, including A Porcupine in a Pine Tree, Dashing Through the Snow, Worms for Breakfast, and How to Survive Absolutely Anything. Visit Helaine online at helainebecker.com Dow Phumiruk is the illustrator of Maya Lin: Artist-Architect of Light and Lines. She is general pediatrician with a passion for art. She lives in Colorado with her husband and three girls. When she is not teaching medical students or drawing, she can be found hiking on the trails near her home. Visit her online at artbydow.com
