Books Like Hedy Lamarr's Double Life
Families who loved Hedy Lamarr's Double Life by Laurie Wallmark often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Hedy Lamarr's Double Life by Laurie Wallmark often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child feels boxed in by a single label or is being told they must choose between being creative and being smart. This biography of Hedy Lamarr illuminates how a world famous movie star used her off screen time to invent the frequency hopping technology that eventually made Wi Fi and Bluetooth possible. It is an empowering reminder that our hobbies and intellectual curiosities are just as valid as our public facing talents. Parents will appreciate the way it validates the multi passionate child. The story emphasizes that Hedy did not just stumble into success: she was a lifelong learner who carried a toolkit to movie sets. For children ages 5 to 9, it provides a sophisticated yet accessible look at how resilience and a growth mindset can lead to world changing discoveries, even when others do not take you seriously at first.
