Illustrated By: Brian Selznick
Publisher: Scholastic Press; 1st edition (October 1, 1999)
Picture Book - Historical Fiction
An inspiring true story of Amelia Earheart and Eleanor Roosevelt -- and a thrilling night when they made history together! On a brisk and cloudless evening in April 1933, Amelia Earheart and Eleanor Roosevelt did the unprecedented: They stole away from a White House dinner, commandeered an Eastern Air Transport plane and took off on a glorious adventure -- while still dressed in their glamorous evening gowns! This large-format lavishly produced picture book celebrates the courage and pioneering spirit of two friends who defied convention in the name of fulfillment, conviction, and fun.
I really enjoyed this story. It shows courage of women. As a teacher, you can explain to the students that there were not a lot of women rights back then, but show them what they were still able to accomplish.
**** 4 stars out of 5
8 points
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