Meet Katherine Johnson, a brilliant mathematician who worked at NASA in the early 1950s until retiring in 1986. Katherine's unparalleled calculations (done by hand) helped plan the trajectories for NASA's Mercury and Apollo missions (including the Apollo 11 moon landing). She is said to be one of the greatest American minds of all time.--.
"Stephen Hawking's stated his goal was 'No less than a complete understanding of the universe.' This . . . biography details the life and achievements of Stephen Hawking, a scientist who made significant contributions to the field of physics. Hawking's theories always inspired and challenged colleagues, and his strength was building on older theories and revolutionizing them into new theories such as black hole radiation"--Provided by publisher.
Examines the lives and accomplishments of women scientists in physics and the field of engineering. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.
"Stephen Hawking was diagnosed with ALS in early adulthood, but he didn't let that stop him from becoming one of the most influential scientific figures in recent times. Hawking was not only known for his opinions on the universe and his impact on the study of general relativity and black holes, but also for his wit and humor. This book explores the life of this fascinating man, celebrates his monumental achievements in science, and looks at his role in advocating for other people with disabilities"--.
"Examines the life of NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a timeline, primary sources, and other informative backmatter."--Provided by publisher.
"From the best-selling author behind My Weird School: a quirky new biography series that casts fresh light on high-interest historic figures. Did you know that Albert Einstein was a high school dropout, and that he failed his physics class when he finally made it to college? Or that when he died, his brain and eyeballs were removed from his body? Ever wondered why his hair looked so wild? Siblings Paige and Turner do--and they've collected some of the kookiest and most unusual facts about the world-famous scientist, from his childhood and school days through his time studying relativity and working on the atomic bomb. Narrated by the two spirited siblings and animated by Allison Steinfeld's upbeat illustrations, Albert Einstein Was a Dope? expertly balances authoritative information with Dan Gutman's signature zany humor"--Provided by the publisher.
A biography of physicist Albert Einstein, discussing his childhood in Germany, his family and education, his marriages and children, and his ideas about space, matter, and time.
