Counting on Katherine
By Helaine Becker
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Discover the inspiring true story of Katherine Johnson, an African-American mathematician whose calculations were crucial to NASA's Apollo missions. From her early love of numbers to her groundbreaking work ensuring astronauts' safe journeys, this beautifully illustrated biography celebrates a woman who defied expectations and made history.
About the author
Helaine Becker is a Canadian author who loves writing fun and fascinating books for children. She has written over 90 books, including the popular 'Ode to Underwear' and 'Counting on Katherine.' Helaine enjoys making readers laugh and learn about the world, and she hopes her stories inspire curiosity and creativity in everyone.
Pages
40 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
Published
2021
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