Amelia Earhart: Young Air Pioneer (Young Patriots Series) [Hardcover]

Jane Moore Howe (Author), Cathy Morrison (Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 9 and up | Grade Level: 4 and up | Series: Young Patriots series

These true-life tales of aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart, based on the remembrances of her sister Pidge, will inspire and thrill young readers. Kids will cheer as Amelia rescues two neighbor boys from an angry dog and when she builds her own “rolly coaster” off the roof of her grandparents’ shed. Amelia’s fascination at seeing her first airplane, as well as her curiosity, courage, and determination to learn, will make this portrayal of an American heroine a favorite of both children and adults.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Howe presents vignettes that shed light on the character development of a woman who became one of the most famous pilots in history...Intermediate grade readers will enjoy this book...." -- Dr. Nancy Steffel, Assistant Professor in Teacher Education, University of Indianapolis

"Originally published in 1950, this top-notch biography has been revised and is the first title in the Young Patriots Series..." -- Atlanta Journal and Constitution

"The Young Patriots Series is meant to be an introduction to reading biographies..." -- Foreword Magazine, April, 1999

"Warm, delightful story portraying the simple life of a child of the times. Important addition to the area of books...about female heroes." -- Kay W. Terry, EdD., Coordinator of Basic Programs K-5, Western Kentucky University

"[A] top-notch biography." -- The Atlanta Journal & Constitution

This book would make a nice addition to the library of any elementary school-age child... -- Grand Prairie News, a subsidiary of the Dallas Morning News

Warm, delightful story portraying the simple life of a child of the times. Important addition to the area of books..." -- Kay W. Terry, EdD., Coordinator of Basic Programs K-5 and Comprehensive Graduate Exams, School of Integrated Studies in Teacher Education, Western Kentucky University.

What makes this chapter book especially appealing for the eight through twelve year-old group is that the author tells real stories, not fanciful ones, about Earhart's childhood....The stories are carefully selected to show Earhart's early interest in aviation, her courage and enjoyment of rough-and-tumble activities that had been restricted to boys. They are not only enjoyable to read, but give even adult readers insight into the life of the nation's most famous female pilot...The Young Patriots Series is meant to be an introduction to reading biographies. Earhart's story is an excellent introduction to the series. -- ForeWord, April, 1999

From the Publisher

"The Young Patriots Series" books are not biographies per se, but rather introductions to biography," explains the publisher. "We call the books 'storyographies' because each is primarily the story of episodes from the individual's childhood. Every incident mentioned in the book is true to the character and time of the subject." Educators and media specialists will find "Amelia Earhart" perfect for supplemental classroom/library reading, as there is a section containing important dates in the aviator's life as well as a section entitled "The Mystery of Amelia Earhart" in which her last flight is briefly discussed.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Hardcover: 120 pages
• Publisher: Patria Press, Inc (April 15, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1882859022
• ISBN-13: 978-1882859023
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,129,083 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #69 in Books > Biographies & Memoirs > People, A-Z > ( E ) > Earhart, Amelia

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I enjoyed reading this wonderful story about Amelia Earhart., September 26, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Amelia Earhart: Young Air Pioneer (Young Patriots Series) (Hardcover)

Once I started reading this book, I had a hard time putting it down. I thought this was a super book and I can't wait to read more of the "Young Patriots Series." I highly recommend this book to kids my own age (10 years old).

Brittani Castle

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining and inspiring, July 22, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Amelia Earhart: Young Air Pioneer (Young Patriots Series) (Hardcover)

Amelia Earhart, Young Air Pioneer is well written, delightful and nicely illustrated. A geat read for both boys and girls, ages 8-12, and sure to entertain and inspire.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great book, July 11, 2001

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Amelia Earhart: Young Air Pioneer (Young Patriots series) (Paperback)

Amelia Earhart is a very good book. I think every child ages 9 - 12 should read Amelia Earhart because it teaches them to do what you want to do. Amelia's dad was trying to stop her but Amelia said it was her dream to fly. Amelia always liked to see the airplanes take off to fly. I think Amelia Earhart is a very excellent book.