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Book Synopsis: From the acclaimed author of The Great and Only Barnum—as well as The Lincolns, Our Eleanor, and Ben Franklin's Almanac—comes the thrilling story of America's most celebrated flyer, Amelia Earhart. In alternating chapters, Fleming deftly moves readers back and forth between Amelia's life (from childhood up until her last flight) and the exhaustive search for her and her missing plane. With incredible photos, maps, and handwritten notes from Amelia herself—plus informative sidebars tackling everything from the history of flight to what Amelia liked to eat while flying (tomato soup)—this unique nonfiction title is tailor-made for middle graders.Amelia Lost received four starred reviews and Best Book of the Year accolades from School Library Journal, Kirkus Reviews, Horn Book Magazine, the Washington Post, and the New York Times.
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Ready to embark on a thrilling journey through the life and mysterious disappearance of America's most celebrated flyer? Look no further than Amelia Lost: The Life and Disappearance of Amelia Earhart! Written by the acclaimed author of The Great and Only Barnum, this captivating book is a must-read for middle graders and aviation enthusiasts alike.
With its unique storytelling style, Amelia Lost skillfully weaves together Amelia Earhart's extraordinary life, from her childhood to her final flight, with the exhaustive search efforts to find both her and her missing plane. Through the inclusion of incredible photos, maps, and handwritten notes penned by Amelia herself, readers will feel intimately connected to this inspiring figure in aviation history.
But Amelia Lost goes beyond being a mere biography. It also delves into fascinating sidebars that explore the history of flight and provide insights into Amelia's preferences, like her favorite mid-flight snack—tomato soup! This meticulously researched nonfiction title is not only educational but also entertaining, making it a perfect addition to any young reader's bookshelf.
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