Wright Brothers Take Flight

Description: "On December 17, 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright made history on the hills of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. With four test runs of their Wright Flyer, they became the very first pilots of a powered aircraft. Although none of their flights lasted longer than a minute, they proved that humankind was no longer bound to Earth forever. What led up to this pivotal moment in aviation history? And what was the enduring legacy of those fledgling flights? Find out in an easy-to-read graphic novel that reveals why the Wright Brothers' first flights are among the greatest moments in history"--

Brief description: Nel Yomtov is an award-winning author of children's nonfiction books and graphic novels. He specializes in writing about history, current events, biography, architecture, and military history. He has written numerous graphic novels for Capstone, including the recent School Strike for Climate, Journeying to New Worlds: A Max Axiom Super Scientist Adventure, and Cher Ami: Heroic Carrier Pigeon of World War I. In 2020 he self-published Baseball 100, an illustrated book featuring the 100 greatest players in baseball history. Nel lives in the New York City area.

Review Quotes: The Great Moments in History series brings pivotal events to life for young readers, blending historical accuracy with an exciting graphic format. The Berlin Wall Comes Crashing Down offers a riveting look at a wall that divided Germany in two for 28 years. The Christmas Truce of World War I reveals fascinating details of the ceasefire between en­emies during Christmas 1914 and how they laid down their arms to celebrate the holiday together. In Marian Anderson Sings for a Nation, readers will journey through this inspiring woman's life, from trials and rejection to huge moments, including singing in front of the Lin­coln Memorial in 1939. The Wright Brothers Take Flight tells the story of the Wright Brothers' perseverance to see their airplane take off in December 1903. The vibrant, action-packed illustrations provide a visual context that enhances the storytelling, while the concise text delivers historical facts in an engaging, relatable manner. These stories teach powerful lessons about hope, perseverance, and humanity. Each title also includes extra, bulleted facts about these significant events, a glossary of words, and more resources for curious readers. Perfect for sparking curiosity and conversations about history, this series ensures that young readers not only learn about the past but also connect with its enduring significance. A must-have for budding historians and curi­ous minds.--Alana Jara "Booklist"