The Fabulous Flying Machines of Alberto Santos-Dumont
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2011

The Fabulous Flying Machines of Alberto Santos-Dumont

Written by Victoria Griffith · Illustrated by Eva Montanari

A Brazilian aviator races to be the first to fly a self-propelled plane.

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32 pages· 730L
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In early 1900s Paris, Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont dreams of perfecting flight. As he transforms his dirigible into a winged marvel, a rival challenges him to be the first in the sky. With suspenseful landings and daring innovations, Alberto's journey captures the spirit of aviation's golden age. Will his ambition and ingenuity make him the first to conquer the skies with a self-propelled plane? Discover the thrilling tale of a pioneer who soared above the City of Light, leaving a lasting mark on history.

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Profiles Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who made great strides in the invention of flight.

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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.2
F&P level
~Q
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
144388
Publication
Published
September 1, 2011
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781419700118

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