Todays episode of The Checkout Stack features jukebox heroines - books of women in the music industry. Tune in for a great set of recommendations and to learn a little bit about our guest librarians self designated title of book club therapist wherever you listen to podcasts!
A great story for children who may be interested in computers to deepen their understanding of people who pioneered the future of technology
“The imagination is the key to the future.“
pickThis biography tells the story of Ada Lovelace, the world‘s first computer programmer. It introduces children to the role women have played in science, technology, and mathematics.
A new episode of The Checkout Stack featuring @monalyisha and Megan Tully from the Ames Free Library in MA just dropped this morning. Tune in for a great set of book recommendations and a bonus cozy TV show which I enjoyed while recovering from a cold.
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“Dreams and numbers can change the world.”
“The tale of a woman who saw the poetry in numbers.“
so-soThis elegant biography tells the story of Ada Lovelace, a visionary who blended mathematics and imagination to become the first computer programmer.
"I am in a dream world of my own creating."
Ideal for discussing women in STEM and the history of computers. Students can explore Ada's life and think about how they might use math and science in their own lives.
