Introduction: A solo triumph -- Amelia's early life -- A big change -- Into the air -- A long, strange trip -- A new start -- Lucky Lindy! -- First woman across -- A very famous person -- Alone above the water -- A very busy year -- Flight into mystery -- Amelia's legacy

"When Amelia Earhart became the first woman to make a solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean in 1932, she immediately became an American icon and a subject of endless fascination for generations to come. In Amelia Earhart: Pioneer of the Sky!, the story of the bold and daring aviator's life is presented in graphic novel format, with full-color illustrations and historically accurate details. From her hardscrabble childhood to her final flight--and mysterious disappearance--Earhart's journey will entertain, captivate, and inspire readers of all ages."--

Ages 8-12

Grades 4 to 6

GN550L

Decoding demand: 87 (very high) Semantic demand: 99 (very high) Syntactic demand: 68 (high) Structure demand: 89 (very high)