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In this post you’ll find my “A Computer Called Katherine” book review. This book is about one of the space pioneers, Katherine Johnson.

If you are familiar with and love the movie, Hidden Figures, then you are familiar with Katherine Johnson. Katherine Johnson is a famous mathematician who made huge contributions to NASA’s space program. She played a key role in ensuring major space projects were successful. These included John Glenn’s orbit around the Earth. She also contributed to Neil Armstrong’s landing mission to the moon! This book is about her successes.

About the Author:

Suzanne Slade is a mechanical engineer that has worked at both NASA and in the Air Force. She is also an award winning author! To learn more about her, visit her website at www.suzanneslade.com.

About the Illustrator:

“A Computer Named Katherine” was Veronica Miller Jamison’s first illustrated book. You can read more about her on her website www.veronicajamisonart.com.

My “A Computer Named Katherine” Book Review:

The book, “A Computer Named Katherine“, is a wonderful tribute to her life. It describes the challenges she faced growing up as an African American. It also highlights her journey as a highly educated woman at NASA. This book is perfect for elementary aged children!

I loved how relatable this story is to women in the science fields. I also loved the subtle mathematical equations scattered through out the story.

The illustrations in the book are stunning and detailed. They really draw in the reader! My six year old daughter loves this book. I know it will be a beloved book throughout her elementary school years!

If you wish to purchase this book, it is available on Amazon via this link!

-Kristen