• The Fearless Flights of Hazel Ying Lee

The Fearless Flights of Hazel Ying Lee

Author
Julie Leung
Illustrator
Julie Kwon
Publication Date
February 02, 2021
Genre / Grade Band
Non-fiction /  2nd − 3rd
The Fearless Flights of Hazel Ying Lee
Description

Discover an inspiring picture book biography about Hazel Ying Lee, the first Chinese American woman to fly for the US military.

Hazel Ying Lee was born fearless--she was not afraid of anything, and the moment she took her first airplane ride, she knew where she belonged. When people scoffed at her dreams of becoming a pilot, Hazel wouldn't take no for an answer. She joined the Women Airforce Service Pilots during World War II. It was a dangerous job, but Hazel flew with joy and boldness.

This moving, true story about a groundbreaking figure will inspire young readers to challenge barriers and reach for the sky.

Publication date
February 02, 2021
Classification
Non-fiction
Page Count
-
ISBN-13
9780759554955
Lexile Measure
-
Guided Reading Level
-
Publisher
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Series
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BISAC categories
JNF007120 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography | Women
JNF018020 - Juvenile Nonfiction | People & Places | United States - Asian American
JNF057010 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Transportation | Aviation
Library of Congress categories
United States
Women air pilots
Biography
Asian Americans
Lee, Hazel Ah Ying

Kirkus

Starred Review
Through clear and concise text aimed at younger fluent readers, author Leung conveys Lee's verve and passion for both flying and life while also conveying the full import of Lee's accomplishments to both America and Americans of color.... The crisp lines and bright colors of Kwon's illustrations simply and gracefully depict a bygone era.... Another welcome biography of an Asian American contributor to U.S. history. 
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