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First Flight

Space shuttle astronaut Robert "Hoot" Gibson launches First Flight, a book that follows the captivating journey of a determined young owlet named Andrew, mentored by his wise grandfather, Hoot, as he strives to master the skill of flying. Andrew gains confidence through daily practice flights, and despite the challenges of a daunting fall and the sudden disappearance of his grandfather, he persists and eventually reaps the rewards of consistent effort. First Flight is a poignant tale of resilience, emphasizing the importance of never giving up and celebrating the profound love between a grandfather and his grandchild.

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The Flying-High, Deep Diving Adventures of Kathy Sullivan

Discover the true story of Kathy Sullivan, the first American woman to walk in space and the only woman who has been to both outer space and the depths of the ocean, in this inspiring nonfiction picture book biography. One of the first six trailblazing women to join NASA’s storied astronaut corps, Kathy was the first American woman to walk in space and a veteran of three shuttle missions. She was in the first NASA Astronaut Group 8, provided support for the first Space Shuttle mission and the Kennedy Space Center crew, and was part of the team that launched, rescued, and maintained the Hubble Space Telescope.

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Counting on Katherine

The bold story of Katherine Johnson, an African-American mathematician who worked for NASA during the space race and was depicted in the film Hidden Figures. You've likely heard of the historic Apollo 13 moon landing. But do you know about the mathematical genius who made sure that Apollo 13 returned safely home? From Katherine's early beginnings as a gifted student to her heroic accomplishments as a prominent mathematician at NASA, Counting on Katherine is the story of a groundbreaking American woman who not only calculated the course of moon landings but, in turn, saved lives and made enormous contributions to history.

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To Fly: The Story of The Wright Brothers

Orville and Wilbur Wright were a fascinating pair. Not only did they invent, build, and fly the first airplane, they were also idiosyncratic individuals who had a unique relationship, sharing a home, a bank account, and a business throughout their lives. Their story is portrayed here in brief, accessible chapters, beginning with their childhood fascination with flight and love of problem solving, then detailing their early experiments and dangerous trial runs in North Carolina, and ending with their successful flights of 1903. This well-researched and personable biography is illustrated with elegant watercolors by flight enthusiast and noted artist Robert Andrew Parker. Timeline, endnotes, bibliography.

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Explore the NAHF Recommended Reading

Looking to go deeper? Browse the National Aviation Hall of Fame’s curated list of books and resources—perfect for readers who want to explore aviation history, innovation, and the people who made it soar.

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Read Along: Young Orville and Wilbur Wright

Join author Amanda Wright Lane for a special read-along of Young Orville and Wilbur Wright, a story that introduces young readers to the curiosity, creativity, and perseverance that shaped two legendary innovators.

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Problem Solving with Wilbur & Orville Wright

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