A New York Public Library Best Book of 2017
Perfect for aspiring coders everywhere, Girl Code is the story of two
teenage tech phenoms who met at Girls Who Code summer camp, teamed up to
create a viral video game, and ended up becoming world famous. The book
also includes bonus content to help you start coding!
Fans of funny and inspiring books like Maya Van Wagenen's Popular and
Caroline Paul's Gutsy Girl will love hearing about Andrea "Andy"
Gonzales and Sophie Houser's journey from average teens to powerhouses.
Through the success of their video game, Andy and Sophie got
unprecedented access to some of the biggest start-ups and tech
companies, and now they're sharing what they've seen. Their video game
and their commitment to inspiring young women have been covered by the
Huffington Post, Buzzfeed, CNN, Teen Vogue, Jezebel, the Today show,
and many more.
Get ready for an inside look at the tech industry, the true power of
coding, and some of the amazing women who are shaping the world. Andy
and Sophie reveal not only what they've learned about opportunities in
science and technology but also the true value of discovering your own
voice and creativity.
A Junior Library Guild selection
A Children's Book Council Best STEM Trade Book for Students K-12