Born to Fly: The First Women's Air Race Across America

Nine years after women’s suffrage, trailblazers soared in the 1929 Air Derby, the first women-only race across the US. Follow trailblazers Amelia Earhart, Marvel Crosson, Louise Thaden, and Elinor Smith, whose incredible lives captivated generations. Author Steve Sheinkin weaves their stories, culminating in a suspenseful air race that captures the glory and grit of early flying. This book was written for kids ages 10 to 14.