Families who loved Up Periscope! How Engineer Raye Montague Revolutionized Shipbuilding by Jennifer Swanson 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 discouraged by a challenge or told that their dreams don't 'fit' who they are. This inspiring biography follows Raye Montague, a gifted mathematician who faced both systemic racism and sexism while pursuing her dream of becoming an engineer. Despite being told she couldn't study engineering because of the color of her skin, Raye pivoted, taught herself to code, and eventually revolutionized the U.S. Navy by creating the first computer-generated ship design. It is a powerful lesson in resilience, showing children that brilliance and persistence can dismantle even the toughest barriers. It is perfect for children aged 4 to 8 who are beginning to notice unfairness in the world and need a hero who succeeded through intellect and grit.
