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Amelia Earhart

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Illustrated by Meryl Henderson
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About The Book

Using simple language that beginning readers can understand, this lively, inspiring, and believable biography looks at the childhood of Amelia Earhart. Illustrated throughout.

About The Author

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Beatrice Gormley

Beatrice Gormley has written a number of books for young readers, including several titles in the History’s All-Stars series, as well as biographies of Barack Obama, George W. Bush, Laura Bush, and John McCain. She lives in Westport, Massachusetts.

About The Illustrator

Meryl Henderson

Meryl Henderson is a graduate of Syracuse University. In 1974, she graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor of fine arts degree. For over forty years, she has been working as a freelance illustrator, specializing in artwork for children. She has illustrated more than a hundred books and has contributed illustrations to countless magazines and educational books. She currently lives in Catskill, New York.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Aladdin (June 25, 2008)
  • Length: 272 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781439108857
  • Ages: 8 - 12

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