Four female African-American mathematicians literally made it possible to launch US rockets and astronauts into space. Hidden Women tells the thrilling tale of how women contributed, the struggles and resistance each experienced, and the amazing results. AGES: 9 to 12 AUTHOR: Rebecca Rissman is an award-winning children’s author and editor. Her writing has been praised by School Library Journal, Booklist, Creative Child Magazine, and Learning Magazine. She has written more than 200 books about history, culture, science, and art. SELLING POINTS:

Narrative non-fiction tells a story that will appeal to young readers, particularly girls and African Americans

Answers need for diverse, less well-known historical figures who can be inspirational for today’s youth