Book Series · 8 Books

People Who Shaped Our World Books

In order from Grace Hopper to The Boy Who Thought Outside the Box.

Grace Hopper
Gloria's Voice
A Song for Gwendolyn Brooks
Hedy Lamarr's Double Life
A Girl Called Genghis Khan
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Grace Hopper
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Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2017

Grace Hopper

By Laurie Wallmark, Katy Wu (Illustrator)

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
5.8/7 Bookroo experts
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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.
The complete set

People Who Shaped Our World Series

8 books · Published 2017–2020

Grace Hopper

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2017

Discover the trailblazing journey of a woman who taught computers to 'speak English' and broke all the rules.

Gloria's Voice

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

A young girl becomes a voice for equality, inspiring a movement.

A Song for Gwendolyn Brooks

Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2019

Discover the poetic journey of a trailblazing voice in urban America.

Hedy Lamarr's Double Life

Picture Book · Ages 5–10 · 2019

Discover the secret life of a movie star turned wartime inventor.

A Girl Called Genghis Khan

Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2019

A girl defies threats to pursue her passion for sports.

Queen of Physics

Picture Book · Ages 5–10 · 2019

A girl defies societal norms to become a pioneering physicist, battling prejudice along the way.

Patricia's Vision

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2020

A visionary doctor defies odds to restore sight and make medical history.

The Boy Who Thought Outside the Box

Picture Book · Ages 5–10 · 2020

Discover the origins of video games with the inventor who transformed TVs into gaming consoles.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the People Who Shaped Our World series?

There are 8 books in the People Who Shaped Our World series. It began with Grace Hopper in 2017, and the newest book, The Boy Who Thought Outside the Box, was published in 2020.

What ages are the People Who Shaped Our World books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–10, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring People Who Shaped Our World to life.

01

Laurie Wallmark

Author
02

Aura Lewis

Author
03

Alice Faye Duncan

Author
04

Michelle Lord

Author
05

Teresa Robeson

Author
06

Marcie Wessels

Author
07

Katy Wu

Illustrator
08

Xia Gordon

Illustrator
09

Shehzil Malik

Illustrator
10

Rebecca Huang

Illustrator
11

Alleanna Harris

Illustrator
12

Beatriz Castro

Illustrator

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