Amelia Earhart Free in the Skies cover

Amelia Earhart Free in the Skies

Author: Burleigh, Robert

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 3.9
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 2652
Points per Word 0.000189
Page Count 48
Points per Page 0.010417

Description

This graphic novel biography follows Amelia Earhart, the pioneering female aviator who became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. The book depicts her groundbreaking aviation career, from her early flying lessons to her record-setting long-distance flights. Through illustrated panels, readers learn about her determination to prove that women could equal men in aviation.

Quick Summary

Packed with vintage photos and dynamic illustrations, this biography captures Amelia Earhart's fearless spirit and her determination to conquer the skies when women were rarely allowed behind the cockpit. Young readers will zoom through stories of her daredevil stunts, record-breaking flights, and the enduring mystery that made her a legend. If your kid loves biographies about trailblazers like the "Who Was?" series, they'll be hooked on this fast-paced tale of a woman who refused to stay grounded. Perfect for kids ages 8 to 12 in grades 3 through 6 who enjoy quick reads with big personalities and even bigger dreams.