Counting on Katherine, written
by Helaine Becker (Christy Ottaviano Books) - the inspiring story of
the late Katherine Johnson, the black NASA mathematician who helped save Apollo
13. Helaine interviewed Katherine Johnson and her family as part of the research for this book. Katherine was featured in the recent Hidden Figures movie, played by
Taraji Henson. Book trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19AqjuE73rU
To purchase, visit links here.
Honors and Awards:
This book has been approved to go to SPACE for the Storytime from Space program! I'll post details when they become available!
"A picture-book biography of a humble genius who excelled in a career once out of reach for most African-Americans. An excellent biography that will inspire young readers, especially girls, to do what they love."--Kirkus, starred review
Cook Award for best STEM children's book for 8-10 year olds
Giverny Award for best science children's picture book
A Junior Library Guild Selection
An NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book
A NCTM Mathical Honor Book
An NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People
An ILA Notable Book for a Global Society
An Amelia Bloomer List Selection
A Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year
A Vermont Red Clover Award Master List Selection
Crystal Kite finalist in Canada and Southwest SCBWI regions
UKLA Book Awards short list 2020
