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Grace Hopper - Queen of Computer Code
SKU
071429
ISBN
9781454920007
Grade K-5
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Description
Meet Grace, a determined young woman who loves to tinker and think through hard math problems. This delightful, kid-friendly biography follows Grace from childhood where she builds an electric elevator for her dollhouse through her Vassar college years to her over 40-year career in the Navy where she learned to code on some of the world's first computers – and even discovered the first computer bug! Charming illustrations blend quotes from Grace to share an uplifting story of determination that will inspire boys and girls, computer-whiz and artsy type alike. 40 pgs, hc. ~ Laura
Publisher's Description of Grace Hopper - Queen of Computer Code
The inspiring story of Grace Hopper"the boundary-breaking woman who revolutionized computer science"is told told in an engaging picture book biography.
Who was Grace Hopper? A software tester, workplace jester, cherished mentor, ace inventor, avid reader, naval leader"AND rule breaker, chance taker, and troublemaker. Acclaimed picture book author Laurie Wallmark (Ada Byron Lovelace and the Thinking Machine) once again tells the riveting story of a trailblazing woman. Grace Hopper coined the term "computer bug" and taught computers to "speak English." Throughout her life, Hopper succeeded in doing what no one had ever done before. Delighting in difficult ideas and in defying expectations, the insatiably curious Hopper truly was "Amazing Grace" . . . and a role model for science- and math-minded girls and boys. With a wealth of witty quotes, and richly detailed illustrations, this book brings Hopper's incredible accomplishments to life.
Details
| Product Format: | Hardcover |
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| Brand: | Sterling Children's Books |
| Author: | Laurie Wallmark |
| Grades: | K-5 |
| ISBN: | 9781454920007 |
| Length in Inches: | 11.25 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.875 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.375 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 1.1 |
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