How Does It Fly? Propeller Plane cover

How Does It Fly? Propeller Plane

Author: Masters, Nancy Robinson

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 3.4
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 663
Points per Word 0.000754
Page Count 24
Points per Page 0.020833

Description

"How Does It Fly? Propeller Plane" is an introduction to propeller-powered aircraft for young readers at a third-grade reading level. The book explains the science behind how these planes achieve flight, examining the mechanics of propellers and the forces that lift aircraft into the air. It also explores the various shapes and sizes of propeller planes and discusses the different ways they have been used throughout history, from early aviation to modern applications.

Quick Summary

"Propeller Plane" turns flight school into a hands-on adventure by showing kids exactly how spinning blades push aircraft through the sky. Young readers will marvel at the behind-the-scenes look at different plane designs, from tiny crop dusters to mighty warbirds, and discover the simple science that keeps them airborne. If your kid loves the interactive fun of "National Geographic Kids: Why?" they'll adore this propeller-powered ride through aviation basics. Perfect for kindergarten through third graders who dream of taking to the skies.