Overview
Introduces figures vital to Tuskegee and aviation history through the eyes of 1 of the less than 100 living Documented Original Tuskegee Airman. Serves as a reminder that disabilities like Frank's dyslexia, repeating a grade in school, and hardships can be overcome. Welcomes readers to join Frank in making his childhood creations and laugh at Frank's childhood antics. Furnishes Black History Material and stories of vibrant Americans that can be taught year around. Raises awareness of the importance of history and the power of choices. Reminds readers of the strength and determination of the great men and women who came before them. Encourages placing value on an education and finding one's talents and purpose to make the world a better place. Provides a story geared to the millions of students receiving Special Education services and students who struggle with school. Inspires with the story of a young boy who, against the odds, made history to become a Tuskegee Airman. Offers snippets of U.S. History to use as a springboard to encourage additional research into history.
Full Product Details
Author: Franklin J. Macon ,
Elizabeth G. Harper ,
Michael E. Fossum
Publisher: Morgan James Publishing llc
Imprint: Morgan James Publishing llc
Dimensions:
Width: 13.90cm
, Height: 1.30cm
, Length: 21.50cm
Weight: 0.290kg
ISBN: 9781683509608
ISBN 10: 1683509609
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 06 December 2018
Recommended Age: From 13 to 18 years
Audience:
Young adult
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Teenage / Young adult
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Author Information
Franklin J. Macon, Documented Original Tuskegee Airman, is an active member and former President of the Hubert L. “Hooks” Jones Chapter Tuskegee Airmen. Frank has spent nearly a century in the world of aviation. As a dyslexic, an aircraft inspector, an airplane mechanic, a research analyst for Scott Science and Technology, and pilot, Frank is a sought-after speaker on the topics of Tuskegee, Black History, WWII, and dyslexia. Frank is a proud member of the Palmer (Colorado Springs Main High) High School Hall of Fame and has lived in Colorado Springs since 1923. Elizabeth G. Harper is a Reading Interventionist for troubled and adjudicated K-12 students. Elizabeth received her English degree from Hope College in Holland, Michigan and she earned her Masters in Education Administration from the University of Phoenix, Colorado Springs. As a proud Air Force spouse, Elizabeth educated in multiple states in the areas of middle school and high school English, receiving “Teacher of the Year”, and she taught K-12 ESL/ELL. She has spent over two years and hundreds of hours interviewing, videoing, and just “hanging out” to capture the legacy of Franklin J. Macon and currently resides in Colorado Springs.
