The Boy and the Airplane


Book Description

A wordless picture book in which a boy comes up with an inventive solution for getting his toy airplane down from the roof.




My First Airplane Ride


Book Description

A little boy is excited by his first airplane ride







The Aeroplane Boys Flight Or, A Hydroplane Roundup


Book Description

The action book "The Aeroplane Boys Flight" was written by John Luther Langworthy. The story is about an exciting trip taken by two boys named Larry and Frank who are interested in flying. The boys are motivated to learn how to fly well and build their own plane one day. They set out on a trip to learn as much as they can about flying, but soon they are caught up in a dangerous adventure. The boys' plane has engine trouble while they are in the air and crashes into a remote mountain range. They are stuck in the woods and need to use their smarts and creativity to stay alive until help arrives. In the course of their trip, the boy’s face many difficulties and problems, such as dangerous weather and being hungry and tired. But because they don't give up and are clever, they are able to get past all of their problems and come out on top. "The Airplane Boys Among the Clouds" is an exciting adventure story that shows the magic and wonder of flying and also teaches important lessons about sticking with something even when it gets hard and the strength of the human spirit.




The Noisy Airplane Ride


Book Description

Rhyming text describes the many sounds associated with an airplane flight and what they mean. Includes a section with more facts about airplanes.




Angela's Airplane


Book Description

When Angela's father gets lost at the airport, she looks for him everywhere, even inside an airplane. But when Angela's love of button-pressing proves too great, she finds herself in charge of flying the plane. Can Angela make it back down to the runway? A newly designed Classic Munsch picture book introduces this junior pilot to a new generation of young readers.




Amazing Airplanes


Book Description

Buckle up to learn all about flying! Amazing Airplanes follows the animal crew, as they become pilots, baggage handlers, and air stewards. Each page is filled with details that machine-mad kids love, such as the cockpit, landing gear, and much more. This book is perfect for budding pilots or happy vacationers! From airplanes to fire engines, the internationally bestselling Amazing Machines series is the perfect way for children to learn about all sorts of vehicles! Each book introduces a new vehicle and the jobs it can do. Bright, engaging artwork and simple, rhyming text combine to make these fantastic books for young children. Kids will love getting to know the friendly, animal characters who feature throughout the series and reading about their fast-paced adventures!




Airplane Reading


Book Description

In Airplane Reading, Christopher Schaberg and Mark Yakich bring together a range of essays about air travel. Discerning and full of wonder, this prismatic collection features perspectives from a variety of writers, airline workers, and everyday travelers. At turns irreverent, philosophical, and earnest, each essay is a veritable journey in and of itself. And together, they illuminate the at once strange and ordinary world of flight. Contributors: Lisa Kay Adam • Sarah Allison • Jane Armstrong • Thomas Beller • Ian Bogost • Alicia Catt • Laura Cayouette • Kim Chinquee • Lucy Corin • Douglas R. Dechow • Nicoletta-Laura Dobrescu • Tony D’Souza • Jeani Elbaum • Pia Z. Ehrhardt • Roxane Gay • Thomas Gibbs • Aaron Gilbreath • Anne Gisleson • Anya Groner • Julian Hanna • Rebecca Renee Hess • Susan Hodara • Pam Houston • Harold Jaffe • Chelsey Johnson • Nina Katchadourian • Alethea Kehas • Greg Keeler • Alison Kinney • Anna Leahy • Allyson Goldin Loomis • Jason Harrington • Kevin Haworth • Randy Malamud • Dustin Michael • Ander Monson • Timothy Morton • Peter Olson • Christiana Z. Peppard • Amanda Pleva • Arthur Plotnik • Neal Pollack • Connie Porter • Stephen Rea • Hugo Reinert • Jack Saux • Roger Sedarat • Nicole Sheets • Stewart Sinclair • Hal Sirowitz • Jess Stoner • Anca L. Szilágyi • Priscila Uppal • Matthew Vollmer • Joanna Walsh • Tarn Wilson




The Little Airplane


Book Description

Take flight with Pilot Small’s classic aerial adventure—now available as a board book! Tag along as Pilot Small takes his little red airplane up, up, up for a joyride! Newly simplified text, paired with Lois Lenski’s bright and charming art, makes an irresistible choice for youngsters already reaching for the sky!




Away in My Airplane


Book Description

See the birds way up high and the people down below in this rhyme full of movement, wonder and excitement.