The Extraordinary Life of Katherine Johnson

by Devika Jina, Maggie Cole (Illustrator)

Overview

A child who loved numbers overcame the odds stacked against her through her hard work and diligence to become the mathematician who sent the very first humans to the moon.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781684640744
Publisher:	Kane Miller
Publication date:	01/01/2020
Series:	Puffin Extraordinary Lives Series
Pages:	128
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 7.80(h) x 0.25(d)
Lexile:	1010L (what's this?)
Age Range:	7 - 11 Years

Editorial Reviews

"The book is invitingly designed, with liberal illustrations breaking up the text to create an airy feel to the page. Furthermore, it is printed in purple, which can lower visual stress and assist dyslexic readers. Throughout, the injustices of and obstacles posed by segregation and institutional racism are noted, making Johnson's perseverance as a Black woman working in the sciences all the more admirable. Sourced quotes personalize her story, and an illustrated time line helpfully recaps the main text. An appealing and recommended resource." — Booklist


"This series would be an excellent addition to an elementary library. These kid friendly books will appeal to those who enjoy biographies and may just lure in those reluctant readers as well. Illustrated throughout the story, the text is presented in a very reader friendly manner." — PSLA Literature Review

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