About This Book
The Roaring Twenty chronicles the incredible true story of the 1929 Women's Air Derby, the first cross-country air race exclusively for women. Featuring iconic figures such as Amelia Earhart, Louise Thaden, Ruth Elder, Opal Kunz, and Florence "Pancho" Barnes, this National Geographic Kids chapter book highlights the bravery, skill, and pioneering spirit of these aviators. It's an inspiring look at women breaking barriers in a male-dominated field, offering a glimpse into the exciting world of early aviation and the "Roaring Twenties." Ideal for children aged 4-11, it encourages discussions about perseverance, courage, and historical achievement.
Celebrates the courage and drive of a collection of aviators who took part in the first cross-country air race for women in 1929 from California to Ohio, including Amelia Earhart, Louise Thaden, Ruth Elder, Opal Kunz, and Florence "Pancho" Barnes.
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Discussion Prompts
1
What challenges do you think these women faced by being some of the first female pilots?
2
If you could fly an airplane, where would you go and what would you want to see?
3
How do you think the pilots felt when they started the race, and how did they feel when they finished?
4
What does it mean to be courageous, and how did the women in this book show courage?
5
Can you think of other times in history when people had to be brave to do something new or different?
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