Hidden Figures

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This picture book tells the true story of four African-American women—Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson, and Christine Darden—who worked as mathematicians at NASA. Despite facing racial and gender discrimination, their calculations were crucial to the success of America's space missions. Their determination and brilliance helped break barriers and paved the way for future generations in science and technology.

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.