On the Wings of Eagles

Reach for this book when your child starts asking big questions about what it means to be a hero or how people find safety when their homes become dangerous. It is a powerful tool for discussing the history of rescue missions and the bravery required to help strangers in need. This story recounts the incredible true events of Operation On Eagles' Wings, where Alaska Airlines pilots flew thousands of Yemenite Jews to Israel in 1948. Through themes of empathy, resilience, and the awe of flight, it introduces historical displacement in a way that feels hopeful rather than traumatizing. It is perfectly calibrated for children aged 6 to 10, offering a window into a specific cultural history while celebrating the universal human impulse to protect one another. Parents will appreciate the blend of mechanical fascination (the planes) and deep humanitarian values.