Hidden Heroes: The Human Computers of NASA: The Human Computers of NASA

Contributor(s): Harris, Duchess (Author)

ISBN: 9781532117701

Publisher: Core Library

$25.95

Pub Date: December 15, 2018

Dewey: 629.45

LCCN: 2018949708

Lexile Code: 0820

Features: Bibliography, Illustrated, Index

Target Age Group: 09 to 13

Physical Info: 0.30" H x 9.10" L x 7.00" W ( 0.75 lbs) 48 pages

BISAC Categories:

Series: Freedom's Promise Set 1

Accelerated Reader® Info

Quiz #:0000508942 ( Hidden Heroes: The Human Computers of NASA: The Human Computers of NASA)

Reading level: 5.60

Interest level: MG

Point value: 1.0

Descriptions, Reviews, etc.

Description: In the 1960s, NASA relied on human computers, skilled women who did calculations by hand. While astronauts and their accomplishments were well known, human computers often worked behind the scenes. This book explores their legacy.

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