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The story of the Wright Brothers : a biography book for new readers / written by Annette Whipple ; illustrated by Alessandra Santelli.

Wright Brothers (other title)
Whipple, Annette, (author.). Santelli, Alessandra, 1990- (illustrator.).

Summary:

The Wright brothers were the first people ever to build and fly an airplane, doing what many people at the time didn't think was possible. Before they made history with their airplane, Wilbur and Orville were curious kids who loved learning about the world around them and how it worked. They fell in love with the idea of flying and taught themselves everything they needed to know to make their dream come true.

Record details

  • ISBN: 164739239X
  • ISBN: 9781647392390
  • Physical Description: 59 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
  • Publisher: Emeryville, California : Rockridge Press, [2020]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references (pages 58-59).
Formatted Contents Note:
Two highfliers are born -- The early years -- The Wright businessmen -- Taking flight -- New heights -- Fame and fortune -- Beyond the sky -- So ... who were the Wright brothers? -- Glossary.
Target Audience Note:
660L Lexile
Subject:
Wright, Orville, 1871-1948 > Juvenile literature.
Wright, Wilbur, 1867-1912 > Juvenile literature.
Aeronautics > United States > Biography > Juvenile literature.
Aeronautics > United States > History > 20th century > Juvenile literature.
Genre:
Biographies.

Available copies

  • 4 of 4 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Onslow County Public Library.

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Jacksonville Main Library JB WRIGHT (Text) 36015002725121 Juvenile Biography Available -