Description
Sometimes history is made by a dyslexic, mischievous boy who hates school, is a descendant of one of Frederick Douglass' half-sisters, and whose Pops was a Buffalo Soldier. In I Wanted to be a Pilot, one of the less than 100 living Documented Original Tuskegee Airman, Franklin J. Macon, tells the lively stories of how he overcame life's obstacles to become a Tuskegee Airman. Soar through history with Franklin as he conquers dyslexia, finds mischief, and grows up to change the course of America. Readers laugh at Frank's childhood antics, while being reminded that disabilities like Frank's dyslexia, repeating a grade in school, and other hardships can be overcome. I Wanted to be a Pilot encourages kids to recognize history, reach for their dreams, and even make their own toys as they are reminded of the great strength and determination of the men and women who came before them.
Author: Franklin J. Macon, Elizabeth G. Harper
Publisher: Morgan James Publishing
Published: 11/20/2018
Pages: 224
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.64lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.51d
ISBN13: 9781683509608
ISBN10: 1683509609
BISAC Categories:
- Young Adult Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography | Historical
- Young Adult Nonfiction | Disabilities & Special Needs
- Young Adult Nonfiction | History | Military & Wars