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Description
This book is about the Wright Brothers, told from the point of view of their dog Angus.
Quick Summary
Imagine getting the inside scoop on the Wright brothers' first flight straight from their goofy dog Angus that's the twist that makes "Wingin' It with the Wright Brothers" such a fun read. Smith lets Angus narrate the whole story, so you get the real history of early aviation filtered through a pup's silly perspective, which makes even the scientific bits feel light and manageable. It's a great pick for kids who love humor, animals, or anything about flight, and the short chapters keep the momentum going even for reluctant readers. Parents will be happy to know the book is wholesome and encouraging, with just enough tension when a glider wobbles to make the final success feel earned. If you enjoy animal-narrated history like *The Diary of a Wombat*, you'll find the same charm here, but with airplanes instead of carrots. By the time the brothers finally take off, you'll be rooting for both them and their four-legged sidekick, and you might even want to try building a paper plane yourself.