Amelia Earhart (What's Their Story?)
What'S Their Story? Series
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What's Their Story? is a new series of well-told, beautifully illustrated biographies for children aged 6-9 years, featuring great leaders, heroes, pioneers, inventors, and scientists from the past. Each biography tells an engaging story about a real person, designed to be read alone or with an adult. The colorful artwork is designed to capture the imagination and linger in memory. This series links with National Curriculum KS1 and KS2 in subjects such as History, English, and Science. The book on Amelia Earhart focuses on her pioneering achievements in aviation. It's a perfect way to introduce young children to historical figures through delightful storytelling.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-10
Length
199 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do you think Amelia Earhart wanted to fly planes and explore the skies?
What qualities did Amelia demonstrate that you admire the most and why?
How do you think Amelia felt when she was facing challenges?
What can we learn from Amelia Earhart's life about pursuing our own goals?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to make connections between Amelia's perseverance and challenges they face in their own life.
Discuss the historical context of Amelia's achievements and the obstacles she overcame as a female aviator during her time.
Ask your child to think about a goal they have and what steps they could take to achieve it, drawing parallels to Amelia's journey and determination.
Explore the concept of bravery and what it means to your child, using examples from Amelia's life to illustrate.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Amelia Earhart's story showcases her determination to achieve her dreams of flying despite numerous challenges.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to persist in their endeavors, whether it be learning a new skill or solving a tough problem at school.
Example Lesson: Breaking Gender Stereotypes
Explanation: Amelia’s career in aviation, a male-dominated field, underscores the importance of breaking societal norms and pursuing one's passion.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to explore interests and not be limited by traditional gender roles.
Example Lesson: Innovation
Explanation: Her contributions to aviation and the advancements she supported demonstrate the importance of innovative thinking.
Real-World Application: Kids are inspired to think creatively and embrace new technologies or solutions in their daily lives.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: Amelia Earhart exhibited bravery in her numerous flights and adventures, often facing significant risks.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of courage in trying new activities or standing up for what they believe in.