Tuskegee Airmen Story, The [Hardcover]

Lynn Homan (Author), Thomas Reilly (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 5 and up | Grade Level: K and up

A grandfather reminisces about his service as a Tuskegee Airman.

Editorial Reviews

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K-Gr. 3. After two African American children find their grandfather's World War II uniform and medals, their grandmother encourages them to ask him about the war. He tells them about his experiences in the Tuskegee Airmen fighter group, the difficulties of living in a segregated society, and how the African Americans' contribution helped win the war abroad and the war against segregation at home. The authors, who also wrote Black Knights: The Story of the Tuskegee Airmen (2001) for adults, undoubtedly know their subject, though the presentation here is somewhat stilted. The fictional framework, with its sometimes-contrived questions adds little; however, the grandfather's narrative does a good job of explaining who the Tuskegee Airmen were and what they achieved. Similarly, the paintings of the children and grandparents that illustrate the present-day story are more stilted than those showing the Tuskegee Airmen and their world. Apparently the only book on this subject accessible to young children, this will be a useful addition to many school and public library collections. Carolyn Phelan
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About the Author

Partners in the firm of Homan and Reilly Designs, Lynn Homan and Thomas Reilly bring extensive experience in historical research, writing, and creative design to their work. They design, curate, and research museum exhibitions, including the acclaimed traveling exhibition, The Tuskegee Airmen , and a permanent exhibit at the Mighty Eighth Air Force Heritage Museum in Savannah, GA called African-Americans in Aviation . Both Ms. Homan and Mr. Reilly lecture frequently across the United States. This is their ninth book together.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 5 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Pelican Publishing (September 30, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1589800052
• ISBN-13: 978-1589800052
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #73,292 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #43 in Books > Children's Books > History > United States > 1900s

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great source, November 19, 2007

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Tom "Culture Teacher" (Cedar Rapids, Iowa) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Tuskegee Airmen Story, The (Hardcover)

Though a bit long-winded for a very young crowd, this book is full of great information and an uplifting message. Great illustrations, too.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Tuskegee Airmen Story, March 31, 2005

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Tuskegee Airmen Story, The (Hardcover)

I like the story because it brings up important historical events in world and in the US. The events are World War 2 and segragation. The story has a grandfather tell his grandson about when he was a Tuskegee Airmen and how his wife was a Tuskegee Airmen.The story was very good overall.

5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELLENT, December 7, 2011

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Carolyn H. Macaluso - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Tuskegee Airmen Story, The (Hardcover)

The service on this item was excellent. When I purchased this item I didn't catch that it was geared for children even though my husband enjoyed the information. I will surely pass this item on to some young man. Thank you.