I Wanted to be a Pilot The Making of a Tuskegee Airman [Hardcover]

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 lifes 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 Franks childhood antics, while being reminded that disabilities like Franks dyslexia, repeating a grade in school, and other hardships can be overcome.I Wanted to be a Pilotencourages 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.

Introduces figures vital to Tuskegee and aviation history through the eyes of 1 of the less than 100 living Documented Original Tuskegee Airman.

Serves as a reminder that disabilities like Franks dyslexia, repeating a grade in school, and hardships can be overcome.

Welcomes readers to join Frank in making his childhood creations and laugh at Franks childhood antics.

Furnishes Black History Material and stories of vibrant Americans that can be taught year around.

Raises awareness of the importance of history and the power of choices.

Reminds readers of the strength and determination of the great men and women who came before them.

Encourages placing value on an education and finding ones talents and purpose to make the world a better place.

Provides a story geared to the millions of students receiving Special Education services and students who struggle with school.

Inspires with the story of a young boy who, against the odds, made history to become a Tuskegee Airman.

Offers snippets of U.S. History to use as a springboard to encourage additional l#