The Wright Brothers: A Flying Start (Snapshots: Images of People and Places in History)
Snapshots: Images Of People And Places In History Series
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What’s inside...
Traces the path of the Wright brothers as they pursued their dream of powered flight. As young men, Orville and Wilbur Wright believed that one day people would fly and were determined to be the first. Despite setbacks, their dream came true with a short 36-meter flight near Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, marking their place in aviation history. This biography explores their struggles through photographs, newspaper clippings, maps, quotes, drawings, timelines of their lives, the history of flight, and a listing of pertinent Web sites.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-12
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Wilbur Wright
Orville Wright
Discussion points
What challenges did the Wright brothers face and how did they overcome them?
Why do you think perseverance is important in achieving goals?
How did the invention of the airplane change the way people travel and connect with each other?
What would you invent to help people, and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think critically by asking them how they would have handled the same challenges the Wright brothers faced. Relate the story to their personal experiences with problem-solving. Highlight the impact of the Wright brothers’ invention on modern technology and society to spark interest in history and innovation. Use the discussion to instill values like perseverance and creativity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Perseverance and resilience
Explanation: The book showcases the journey of the Wright Brothers as they faced numerous challenges but continued to experiment and learn from their failures until they achieved flight.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of persistence and not giving up when faced with difficulties in their own tasks, such as learning a new skill or overcoming a challenge at school.
Example Lesson: Innovation and creativity
Explanation: The story highlights how the Wright Brothers used their imagination and inventive skills to build something that had never been done before.
Real-World Application: Kids can be encouraged to think creatively in their projects and daily problem-solving, understanding that innovative ideas can lead to great achievements.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and collaboration
Explanation: The success of the Wright Brothers was also due to their ability to work together as a team, combining their individual skills and knowledge.
Real-World Application: This can teach children the value of collaborating with others, whether it's during group projects in school or playing team sports.