The Story of Amelia Earhart: A Biography Book for New Readers (The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers)

Amelia Earhart became the first woman pilot to fly alone across the Atlantic Ocean in an airplane--and she broke many other flight records before her mysterious disappearance. Before she made history and changed the world for pilots everywhere, Amelia was an adventure-loving kid who wasn't afraid to be different. She worked hard and learned how to fly airplanes at a time when many people didn't think women should be pilots. Explore how Amelia Earhart went from being a young girl growing up in Kansas to an American hero and a celebrated pioneer of flight.   The Story of Amelia Earhart includes: Lasting change--Learn about how Amelia Earhart made the world a better place for future generations of pilots. Test your knowledge--Take a fun quiz about the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Amelia's life. Word definitions--Find easy-to-understand definitions for some of the more advanced words and ideas in the book.     Deutsch, Stacia (Author) 64 pages