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OverviewJoin Karl the kiwi bird as we fly high into the awe-inspiring world of aviation, exploring planes and history in a fun, fully illustrated kids' book. Soar into the thrilling heights of aviation, spanning the rich history of flight, various aircraft types, and the critical influence of weather conditions on air travel. Follow Karl, a wingless kiwi bird with dreams of flying, on a virtual expedition through a bustling airport and a control tower as he turns his aviation aspirations into reality, despite his inability to fly. This book excels at simplifying intricate concepts, using vibrant illustrations and intriguing facts to captivate children's imaginations. Whether your child aspires to be a pilot or seeks to quench their curiosity about the mechanics of airplanes, this book serves as an ideal springboard to the soaring world of aviation. Geared towards aspiring aviators and airplane enthusiasts ages 69, this book is an educational resource that encourages curiosity and a passion for aviation. With its sturdy pages, vivid illustrations, and fun facts, it offers an immersive hands-on experience of the skies that simplifies complex concepts engagingly. The combination of modern graphics and Karl's charismatic guidance turns learning about airplanes into a delightful adventure, fostering a lifelong love for aviation while providing valuable educational content in an accessible format. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Radka Piro , Diarmuid O. CathainPublisher: Albatros nakladatelstvi as Imprint: Albatros nakladatelstvi as ISBN: 9788000070995ISBN 10: 8000070995 Pages: 20 Publication Date: 03 October 2024 Recommended Age: From 6 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Not yet available ![]() This item is yet to be released. You can pre-order this item and we will dispatch it to you upon its release. Table of ContentsBefore take-off Four forces Ready for take-off! Planes that went down in history The Earth's Envelope Planes and weather Poor weather Traffic in the sky What does the future hold?Reviews"Selected for the Reading Rockets Summer Reading Guide 2024. ""Planes is a great book for kids of all ages! With fun pictures and extensive information, all ages could learn from this book. I definitely would buy this for my library."" —Librarian, Nativity Prep Boston" """Planes is a great book for kids of all ages! With fun pictures and extensive information, all ages could learn from this book. I definitely would buy this for my library."" —Librarian, Nativity Prep Boston" Author InformationRadka Piro is a bookworm, a passionate traveler, and a creative storyteller. After studying foreign languages, she set out to explore the distant corners of the world and discover her true purpose. Now, she is a successful writer and editor, based in the Czech Republic. Diarmuid O Cathain is an Irish illustrator and picture book maker. After obtaining a degree in Visual Communications, he worked in the Graphic Design field, before pursuing a career in Illustration. With over 10 years of freelance illustration experience, Diarmuid has worked with a wide range of clients, both Irish and international, on a variety of projects from editorial and advertising to packaging and animation. He is always looking for new opportunities to collaborate and new visual challenges to sink his teeth into. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |