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Book Synopsis: A picture book biography of Ada Lovelace, the woman recognized today as history's first computer programmer—she imagined them 100 years before they existed!
In the early nineteenth century lived Ada Byron: a young girl with a wild and wonderful imagination. The daughter of internationally acclaimed poet Lord Byron, Ada was tutored in science and mathematics from a very early age. But Ada's imagination was never meant to be tamed and, armed with the fundamentals of math and engineering, she came into her own as a woman of ideas—equal parts mathematician and philosopher. From her whimsical beginnings as a gifted child to her most sophisticated notes on Charles Babbage's Analytical Engine, this book celebrates the woman recognized today as the first computer programmer. This title has Common Core connections. Christy Ottaviano Books
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Looking for an inspiring book that tells the story of a remarkable woman who defied societal expectations? Look no further than "Who Says Women Can't Be Computer Programmers?" This captivating picture book biography takes readers on a journey through the life of Ada Lovelace, the visionary who imagined computers before they even existed!
Ada Byron, the daughter of the famous poet Lord Byron, had a wild and vivid imagination from a young age. However, she was also tutored in science and mathematics, which laid the foundation for her groundbreaking achievements. As she grew older, Ada's ideas became more profound, and she emerged as a remarkable thinker, blending her love for math and engineering with philosophy.
In this book, you'll discover Ada's whimsical beginnings as a gifted child and follow her remarkable journey as she collaborated with Charles Babbage, a pioneer in computer science, to conceptualize the Analytical Engine. Ada Lovelace's contributions were so significant that she is now recognized as the first-ever computer programmer.
This book isn't just a captivating read; it also has Common Core connections, making it an ideal educational resource for young minds. So, if you want to inspire the next generation of innovators and teach them about the remarkable achievements of women in history, pick up "Who Says Women Can't Be Computer Programmers?" today!
Grab your copy and embark on a journey through Ada Lovelace's extraordinary life!
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