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Grace Hopper
Queen of Computer Code
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Ideal for children aged 5 to 8, especially those interested in science, maths, and stories of trailblazing women. Perfect for early readers and young learners fascinated by technology and history.
A fascinating picture book biography of Grace Hopper, a pioneering computer engineer known as “The Queen of Code” and “Amazing Grace.” She is responsible for much of the computer coding we take for granted today.
The inspirational story of Grace Hopper, the woman who revolutionised computer coding. She coined the term 'computer bug' and taught computers to 'speak English'. For children aged 5 and up.
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Age range 5 to 8
"If you've got a good idea, and you know it's going to work, go ahead and do it."
The inspiring story of Grace Hopper—the boundary-breaking woman who revolutionised computer science—is 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, she 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.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781454920007
Publisher: Union Square & Co.
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 16 May 2017
Country: United States
Imprint: Union Square Kids
Illustration: all in color
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Katy Wu
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 14.0mm
Width: 224.0mm
Height: 278.0mm
Weight: 500g
About the Author
Laurie Wallmark is passionate about getting the word out to young people about successful women in science. She has degrees in Biochemistry from Princeton University, Information Systems from Goddard College, and Writing for Children and Young Adults from the Vermont College of Fine Arts. Her debut book was a picture book biography of Ada Byron Lovelace, the world's first computer programmer. Ada Byron Lovelace and the Thinking Machine(Creston Books) received four starred reviews (Kirkus, Publishers Weekly, Booklist,andSchool Library Journal), praise inThe New York Times, and numerous awards. Laurie lives in NJ. Follow her on Facebook: @lauriewallmark.
With a BFA in Illustration and Entertainment Arts from Pasadena Art Center College of Design in 2007, Katy Wu has worked for Google, Laika, Pixar, CinderBiter, and Simon & Schuster. Grace Hopper is her first picture book; her second, Dumpling Dreams, written by Carrie Clickard (Simon and Schuster), is scheduled for fall 2017. Having worked on such projects as the feature film Coraline, and various shorts (La Luna,Car Toons) as well as CG, 2D, stop motion, online games, and content for social media platforms, Katy is an incredible talent. She lives and freelances in New York City. Follow her online at katycwwu.tumblr.com.
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