Bessie Coleman
First Female African American and Native American Pilot
Fearless Female Soldiers, Explorers, and Aviators
Reading Level: 9
Interest Level: 9-12
Inspired by soldiers returning from World War I, Bessie Coleman decided to become a pilot, but in 1916 American flight schools did not admit women. This book examines the challenging times and amazing accomplishments of Coleman on her journey to not only become the first woman of African American and Native American descent to earn an international aviation pilot's license, but also a successful civilian pilot and famous stunt flyer.
* Reviews *
"[A] balanced look at Coleman's life. Period photographs and extensive back matter round out this biography of an exceptional aviatrix." —Booklist
