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The Story of Katherine Johnson: An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers

The Story of Katherine Johnson: An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers

Biographical Note: ANDREA THORPE has a bachelor's degree in English and a master's degree in Student Personnel Services. During her nine years in public education, Andrea worked as a classroom...

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Biographical Note:
ANDREA THORPE has a bachelor's degree in English and a master's degree in Student Personnel Services. During her nine years in public education, Andrea worked as a classroom teacher and guidance counselor, and was recognized as Teacher of the Year. She's currently a wife and the mother of three daughters, whom she's been homeschooling for 11 years.

Review Quotes:
"I enjoyed reading about Katherine Johnson and her life. The author wrote in a way everyone could understand. Reading about mathematician Katherine Johnson made me feel like I was there by using my imagination. Working In a library, I would be thrilled to send this to our patrons. There are so many interesting facts about her; the author makes you want to learn more." --Vivian Colling, librarian

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"A great biography for young readers, this book is filled with important facts and a timeline to help readers keep track of the ongoing story as it's told. As a teacher, I love the stop and think points and the quiz at the end to review what the reader has learned and to expand on critical thinking points. Very well written and easy for young readers to understand!" --Heather Brown, teacher

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"What a beautiful story of a strong, inspiring woman. I found myself a bit emotional reading this children's book and thinking of the many obstacles Johnson had to overcome to become a key figure in our country's history. Children everywhere can learn from and be inspired by Johnson's life and work. Brava to the author for bringing this story to young readers everywhere!" --Tracy Gerhardt-Cooper, writer and teacher

Publisher Marketing:

Unlock your child's imagination with the inspiring true story of a girl who loved numbers and changed history.

Perfect for ages 6-9, The Story of Katherine Johnson takes young readers on a journey from curiosity to courage, introducing one of America's greatest mathematicians and role models. This engaging biography helps every child see what's possible with hard work, big dreams, and a love of learning.

What makes this biography a must-have for young readers and educators?

  • Inspires confidence and curiosity: Readers discover how Katherine Johnson's questions and persistence helped her become a NASA trailblazer, breaking barriers of race and gender with courage and skill.
  • Perfect for early readers: Short, easy-to-follow chapters, bold illustrations, and lively storytelling make it accessible for kids to read independently or with family.
  • Classroom-ready features: Includes a timeline, glossary, discussion questions, and quiz--tools that encourage deeper thinking and make this a trusted pick for teachers and parents alike.

Help your child discover the lasting impact of Katherine Johnson--and inspire their own out-of-this-world achievements.

Discover activists, artists, and athletes, and more from all across history with the rest of The Story Of series, including famous figures like: Sojourner Truth, Martin Luther King Jr., John Lewis, Ruby Bridges, and Barack Obama.




Contributor Bio:Thorpe, Andrea

ANDREA THORPE has a bachelor's degree in English and a master's degree in Student Personnel Services. During her nine years in public education, Andrea worked as a classroom teacher and guidance counselor, and was recognized as Teacher of the Year. She's currently a wife and the mother of three daughters, whom she's been homeschooling for 11 years.




Author: Thorpe, Andrea
Publisher: Callisto Kids
Binding: Paperback
Pub Date: 2021-12-07
BISAC: Juvenile Nonfiction|Biography & Autobiography|Women|Juvenile Nonfiction|Technology|Aeronautics, Astronautics & Space Science|Juvenile Nonfiction|History|United States - 20th Century
Subjects: Mathematicians|Biographies|Johnson, Katherine G|African American women mathematicians|Women mathematicians
Weight: 0.26 lbs
ISBN: 9781638070313
ASIN: -
SKU: SP-9781638070313

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