Hidden Figures
By Margot Lee Shetterly
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Discover the inspiring true story of four African American women—Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson, and Christine Darden—whose exceptional mathematical skills were crucial to NASA's early space missions. Despite facing racial and gender discrimination, their determination and brilliance helped launch astronauts into space, changing history and paving the way for future generations.
About the author
Margot Lee Shetterly is an American author who loves writing about real people who have made a big difference in the world. She is best known for her book 'Hidden Figures,' which tells the amazing story of brilliant women mathematicians who helped astronauts travel into space. Margot enjoys sharing stories that inspire young readers to dream big.
Pages
40 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
Published
2021
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