From the acclaimed author of The Great and Only Barnum–as well as The Lincolns, Our Eleanor, and Ben Franklin’s Almanac–comes the thrilling story of America’s most celebrated flyer, Amelia Earhart. In alternating chapters, Fleming deftly moves readers back and forth between Amelia’s life (from childhood up until her last flight) and the exhaustive search for her and her missing plane. With incredible photos, maps, and handwritten notes from Amelia herself–plus informative sidebars tackling everything from the history of flight to what Amelia liked to eat while flying (tomato soup)–this unique nonfiction title is tailor-made for middle graders. Amelia Lost received four starred reviews and Best Book of the Year accolades from School Library Journal, Kirkus Reviews, Horn Book Magazine, the Washington Post, and the New York Times.
Amelia Lost: The Life and Disappearance of Amelia Earhart
$8.91
This biographical book educates students about the historical figure Amelia Earhart and the history of aviation.
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| Weight | 0.59 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 20.3 × 1.5 × 24.8 in |
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Amelia Lost: The Life and Disappearance of Amelia Earhart
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This biography provides a non-fiction reading opportunity, teaching students about a significant historical figure and events in aviation history.
Featured in the upcoming National Geographic documentary, Expedition Amelia! This is a critically acclaimed look at the life, disappearance, and search for the legendary aviatrix, Amelia Earhart. On May 21, 1937, the most famous female pilot of all time, Amelia Earhart, set out to do the impossible: circumnavigate the globe at its widest point–27,000 miles in all. Just six weeks later, she disappeared over the Pacific Ocean. Eighty years have passed since that fateful flight; and still, Amelia’s plane has never been found. Discover the thrilling life and tragic end of America’s most famous trailblazing flier with this impeccably researched and masterfully crafted book from acclaimed author Candace Fleming. A New York Times Notable Book of the Year Named a Best Book of the Year by: The Washington Post School Library Journal Kirkus Reviews
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| Weight | 0.193 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 17.6 × 0.9 × 21.4 in |
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