Counting the Stars Plastic Model Kits

Counting the Stars Plastic Model KitsISBN 10: 1534 404755 ISBN 13: 978 1534 404755 AUTHOR: Lesa Cline Ransome PAGES: 32 AGES: 4 8 FORMAT: Hardcover Before John Glenn orbited the Earth or astronauts walked on the moon, a group of dedicated female mathematicians known as human computers used their knowledge, pencils, adding machines, and writing paper to calculate the orbital mechanics needed to launch spacecraft. Katherine Johnson was one of these mathematicians who used trajectories and

•Cards measure 2½" x 3½"

and excellence in all they do

Its flat bottom

Wingspan of approximately 4 1/2 inches

which are reproduced in remarkable clarity

AUTHOR: David Doyle

This collectible model includes a display stand and pays tribute to both the aircraft and the heroic pilots who flew it

hailing from Dayton

Durable nylon shell with soft faux fur lining

On July 28

it was among the war's heaviest fighters

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