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Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2017 · Est. 14 min read-aloud
Grace Hopper
Written by Laurie Wallmark · Illustrated by Katy Wu
Part of the People Who Shaped Our World series
Discover the trailblazing journey of a woman who taught computers to 'speak English' and broke all the rules.
48 pages· 1,796 words· Est. 14 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Grace Hopper, a pioneering software tester and naval leader, defied conventions and revolutionized computer science. Known for coining 'computer bug' and making computers 'speak English,' her story is one of innovation and daring. As a mentor and inventor, Hopper's insatiable curiosity led her to achieve the impossible, inspiring future generations of science-minded youth. This engaging biography captures her wit and groundbreaking accomplishments, inviting readers to explore the life of a true rule breaker and chance taker. What challenges did she face, and how did she overcome them to become 'Amazing Grace'? Discover her incredible legacy.
From the publisher
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.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 48
- Words
- 1,796
- Reading age
- 5–9
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 730L
What readers & critics say
Reviews
5.8
out of 7
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.7
- F&P level
- ~Q
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 190028
Publication
- Published
- May 16, 2017
- Publisher
- Union Square Kids
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781454920007
- LCCN
- 2016035342
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