{"product_id":"katherine-johnson-book-for-curious-mark-lylani-9798310299382","title":"Katherine Johnson Book for Curious Kids: The Mathematician Who Took Us to the Moon and Back","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs your child curious about math, space, and groundbreaking achievements?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake an \u003cb\u003einspiring journey through the life of Katherine Johnson\u003c\/b\u003e, a brilliant mathematician whose work helped launch astronauts to the stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn this captivating book, you'll discover: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow Katherine's \u003cb\u003elove for math started as a young girl \u003c\/b\u003eand set her on a path to greatness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHer \u003cb\u003eremarkable journey\u003c\/b\u003e from college at 14 to becoming a trailblazer at NASA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe challenges she faced as \u003cb\u003ea woman and African American in the world of science\u003c\/b\u003e and how she fought for equality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe pivotal moment when \u003cb\u003eKatherine's calculations helped send John Glenn into orbit, \u003c\/b\u003e ensuring his safe return.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow her math played \u003cb\u003ea key role in the success of Apollo 11\u003c\/b\u003e, landing the first humans on the moon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe\u003cb\u003e recognition she received later in life\u003c\/b\u003e, including a long-overdue tribute from NASA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach chapter invites young readers to reflect on the themes of \u003cb\u003eresilience, determination, and the power of knowledge\u003c\/b\u003e. Thought-provoking questions at the end of each chapter help to deepen their understanding of Katherine's incredible contributions and the obstacles she overcame.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFilled with \u003cb\u003eengaging storytelling and beautiful illustrations\u003c\/b\u003e, this book brings Katherine's journey to life, inspiring kids aged 8-12 to follow their passions and believe in the limitless possibilities of their own potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eParents, this is the perfect book for kids who love science, history, and real-life heroes.\u003c\/b\u003e Whether it's a weekend read or a gift to spark curiosity, Katherine Johnson's story will inspire young minds to reach for the stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet ready to discover how one woman's math helped shape history and inspire generations to come!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Mark Lylani\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798310299382\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/11\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 154\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.41lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.33d","brand":"Mark Lylani","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46739228950783,"sku":"9798310299382","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_1aa38028-cf09-4139-ba0e-6e1ad6dee0f2.jpg?v=1743277589","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/katherine-johnson-book-for-curious-mark-lylani-9798310299382","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}