A full-color picture book biography about Mary Jackson, who became
the first female African American engineer at NASA--includes several
STEM activities for some real-world learning connections!
When Mary Jackson was growing up, she thought being an engineer was
impossible for her. Why? After all, she was fantastic at math and
science. She worked really hard to learn all she could in school. Why
did this smart little girl think she couldn't be an engineer? In
Human Computer: Mary Jackson, Engineer, readers ages 5 to 8
explore the life of Mary Jackson, who overcame the challenges of
segregation and sexism to become the first female African American
engineer at NASA!
- In the Picture Book Biography series, children encounter
real-life characters who are thrilled to learn and experiment, eager to
make a difference, and excited about collaborating with crew members.
- Age-appropriate vocabulary, detailed illustrations, a timeline,
simple STEM projects, such as designing paper airplanes, and a glossary
all support foundational learning for kids ages 5 to 8.
- Perfect for beginner readers or as a read aloud nonfiction picture
book!
About Picture Book Biography books and Nomad Press
Human Computer is part of a set of four books in the Picture
Book Biography series that introduces pioneers of science to young
children and makes career connections in different STEM fields. The
other titles in this series include Fossil Huntress: Mary Leakey,
Paleontologist; Space Adventurer: Bonnie Dunbar, Astronaut; and
Computer Decoder: Dorothy Vaughan, Computer Scientist.
Nomad Press books in the Picture Book Biography series bring
real-world figures to life through fun, engaging narratives paired with
dynamic, brightly colored illustrations and quick activities that
reinforce foundational learning. Elementary-aged children are encouraged
to expand their perceptions of the roles of scientist, artist, explorer,
and innovator by meeting women, people of color, and other minorities in
the profession. Nomad's unique approach simultaneously grounds kids in
factual knowledge while allowing them the space to be curious, creative,
and critical thinkers.
All books are leveled for Guided Reading level and Lexile and align with
Common Core State Standards and National Curriculum Standards for Social
Studies. All titles are available in paperback, hardcover, and ebook
formats.
