A Computer Called Katherine: How Katherine Johnson Helped Put America on the Moon

A Computer Called Katherine: How Katherine Johnson Helped Put America on the Moon' by Suzanne Slade is a non-fiction book that tells the story of Katherine Johnson, a mathematician and computer scientist who played a crucial role in the NASA space program, including the Apollo 11 mission that put the first humans on the moon. The book highlights Katherine's early life, her education, and her career at NASA, where she worked as a 'human computer' and helped calculate the trajectories of spacecraft. The book also touches on the themes of racism and sexism, as Katherine faced discrimination and obstacles in her career due to her race and gender. The book includes illustrations and back matter with additional information about Katherine's life and career.