NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson
by Heather E. Schwartz
STEM Trailblazer Bios
Reading Level 5-6 Gentle (Lvl 1)
Ages 9-12
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Katherine Johnson dreamed big in a time when girls rarely pursued math and science. With a sharp mind and determination, she became a key figure in space exploration, helping astronauts reach the moon through her incredible calculations. Her story celebrates breaking barriers and following your passion against all odds.
Representation & Themes
African American women mathematiciansBiographyMathematiciansComing of AgeFamily
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Content Intensity
Level 1 — Gentle Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Data confidence: standard
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Details
- ISBN
- 9781512457032
- Pages
- 32
- Published
- 2018
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 2,317
Genres
Juvenile Nonfiction
Subjects
African American women mathematiciansMathematiciansAfrican American teachersBiography