Science Comics: Flying Machines How the Wright Brothers Soared

This graphic novel chronicles the remarkable true story of the Wright Brothers, Orville and Wilbur, from their humble beginnings in a Dayton, Ohio, bicycle shop to their historic first flights in North Carolina. It delves into the challenges they faced, including mechanical failures, a lack of resources compared to European competitors, and the intense international race to achieve flight. The book highlights their meticulous scientific method, careful record-keeping, and unwavering bravery. It's an excellent resource for introducing children aged 4-11 to STEM concepts, historical innovation, and the power of perseverance, all within an accessible and engaging graphic narrative.

A National Science Teachers Association Best STEM Books of 2017 Take to the skies with Flying Machines! Follow the famous aviators from their bicycle shop in Dayton, Ohio, to the fields of North Carolina where they were to make their famous flights. In an era of dirigibles and hot air balloons, the Wright Brothers were among the first innovators of heavier than air flight. But in the hotly competitive international race toward flight, Orville and Wilbur were up against a lot more than bad weather. Mechanical failures, lack of information, and even other aviators complicated the Wright Brothers’ journey. Though they weren’t as wealthy as their European counterparts, their impressive achievements demanded attention on the international stage. Thanks to their carefully recorded experiments and a healthy dash of bravery, the Wright Brothers’ flying machines took off.