Explore the extraordinary life of Katherine Johnson, the trailblazing African-American mathematician whose calculations powered NASA's early space triumphs, as featured in Hidden Figures. From her childhood as a math prodigy in segregated America to her critical role in the Mercury and Apollo missions, this in-depth biography highlights her perseverance, genius, and impact on space exploration and civil rights.Chapters: 1. Early Childhood and Mathematical Gift (1918-1928) 2. High School Prodigy in Segregated Education (1928-1932) 3. College Triumphs and Graduation (1932-1937) 4. Teaching Career and Family Beginnings (1937-1953) 5. Joining NACA as a Human Computer (1953-1958) 6. NASA Transition and Orbital Calculations (1958-1961) 7. Mercury Missions and Friendship 7 (1961-1962) 8. Apollo Program Contributions (1963-1970) 9. Later Career, Awards, and Retirement (1971-1986) 10. Post-Retirement Honors and Enduring Legacy (1987-2020)Subscribe to Bedtime Biographies for Sleepy Time for more inspiring stories of innovators and leaders. #KatherineJohnson #NASA #HiddenFigures #SpaceExploration #WomenInSTEM