First in Flight
First in Flight

First in Flight

Written by Michael Burgan
Book #13 in the Captured History Series
Library Binding
$37.32
$35.45
10 - 14
Reading age
64
Page count
146
Words per page
990L
Lexile measure
Aug 1, 2020
Publication date

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On-point historical photographs combined with strong narration bring the story of the historic first flight ever to life. Kids will feel as though they are at Kitty Hawk with Wilbur and Orville Wright as the brothers prepare to test their aircraft. They’ll also learn about the history of flight and the skepticism that greeted the Wrights when they, at first, refused to release the photograph of their successful flight.

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      Michael Burgan

      Michael Burgan has written numerous books for children and young adults. Many of his books have focused on US history, geography, and the lives of world leaders. He has also written fiction and adapted classic novels. Michael has won several awards for his writing, and his graphic novel version of the classic tale Frankenstein (Stone Arch Books) was a Junior Library Guild selection. Michael graduated from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor’s degree in history. When not writing for kids, he enjoys writing plays, and his works have been staged across the United States. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with his cat, Callie.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780756566135
    Publication Date
    August 1, 2020
    Publisher
    Compass Point Books
    Original Publication Date
    August 1, 2020
    Page Count
    64
    Words Per Page
    146
    Audience
    Middle Grade
    Reading Age
    10 - 14 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2020012524
    Lexile® Level
    990L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~X
    ATOS® Book Level
    6.5
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    2
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    509577
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    MG

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