I have always thought of the Wright Brothers as tinkerers, not engineers or scientists. This book lays that misconception to rest as it lays out their scientific method behind developing their aircraft. I didn't really understand the digression at the end into Frank Whittle's development of a jet en ...more
Entertaining and accessible, Science Comics: Flying Machines: How the Wright Brothers Soared provides an enjoyable introduction to the story of the Wright Brothers and their sister Katherine, who serves as the book's narrator. The illustrations are pleasantly well-executed and help to present comple ...more
Science Comics: Flying Machines: How the Wright Brothers Soared By Alison Wilcus, Molly Brooks ISBN 978-1-62672-139-5 Brought to you by OBS Reviewer Scott
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The latest installment of Science Comics – Flying Machines: How the Wright Brothers Soared takes the s ...more
These books are fascinating reads, but highly technical, too. I’m surprised by the text complexity because I didn’t realize they were aimed at an upper elementary age student. Perhaps the cover is somewhat misleading. I love the concept and I know if I find the right student to read and enjoy them, ...more