{"title":"Laurie Wallmark","description":"\u003cp\u003eLaurie Wallmark’s books bring inspiring stories of remarkable women and imaginative adventures to children’s literature. Her works blend engaging narrative with historical insight, often spotlighting pioneering figures in science, technology, and history who have shaped the modern world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect beautifully illustrated biographies that celebrate courage and innovation, as well as playful tales that spark curiosity and creativity. Whether exploring the lives of code breakers or hosting a dinosaur-themed celebration, Wallmark’s stories invite young minds to discover and dream.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"code-breaker-spy-hunter-how-elizebeth-friedman-changed-the-course-of-two-world-wars-by-laurie-wallmark-9781419739637","title":"Code Breaker, Spy Hunter: How Elizebeth Friedman Changed the Course of Two World Wars","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDecode the story of Elizebeth Friedman, the cryptologist who took down gangsters and Nazi spies\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this picture book biography, young readers will learn all about Elizebeth Friedman (1892-1980), a brilliant American code breaker who smashed Nazi spy rings, took down gangsters, and created the CIA's first cryptology unit. 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Dinosaurs from all around gather together to play instruments, dance, and sing before bedtime. But soon the dinosaurs grow tired and need their rest. 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A \u003cem\u003esoftware tester, workplace jester, cherished mentor, ace inventor, avid reader, naval leader\u003c\/em\u003e—AND \u003cem\u003erule breaker, chance taker, and troublemaker.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAcclaimed picture book author Laurie Wallmark (\u003cem\u003eAda Byron Lovelace and the Thinking Machine\u003c\/em\u003e) 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, she succeeded in doing what no one had ever done before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDelighting 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. 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