Illustrator: E.B. Lewis
Genre: Picture Book
Subgenre: historical fiction
Themes: Overcoming racism and sexism; setting and keeping goals; the importance of education; being brave in the face of obstacles; making the best of bad situations; being open to opportunities
Characters:
~Primary: Elizabeth Coleman (Bessie)
~Secondary:George Coleman, Susan Coleman, Nilhus Coleman, Georgia Coleman, Elois Coleman, Walter Coleman, John Coleman, Robert Abbot, Willie Coleman, Robert Paul Sachs, Reverend Hezekiah Keth Hill
~Scharr Medallion
~2003 Coretta Scott King Author Honor Book
~American Library Association Notable Book
~National Council of Teachers of English Notable Children's Book
in the Language Arts
~Booklist Editor's Choice
Date of Publication: 2002
Publishing Company: Orchard Books/ Scholastic
Summary: Bessie Coleman was the first female African American pilot. As members of her family and friends gather to morn her death, they remember her life. Each member recounts their impressions of Bessie, there first encounters with her, and the wonderful affect that this determined woman had on each one of them. Beautiful pictures illustrate the key moments in Coleman's life and add details to the story about the first black licensed female pilot.
Recommendation: This is a book for readers in grades three through eight. I would use it in the classroom to discuss things such as discrimination, segregation, racism, sexism, and Jim Crow laws.
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