Amelia Lost: The Life &
Disappearance of
Amelia Earheart
By: Candace Fleming
Amelia
Lost written by Candace Fleming is the quintessential
book for mystery lovers as well as those seeking to study people who changed
history. The book was published by
Schwartz & Wade in 2011. The book is written in alternating chapter
format that presents information about Amelia’s childhood followed by chapters
that seek to solve the mystery of her disappearance. Candace Fleming has written several
award-winning books including The
Lincolns and Ben Franklin’s Almanac.
The lexile level is 930. It would be a great addition to a theme
series on Famous Women, Bravery, or mysteries.
It includes a series of important graphs including maps and charts. It would partner well with Sally Ride:
Shooting for the Stars and Almost
Astronaunts: 13 Women Who Dared to Dream.
There are numerous teacher
assists available to go along with the book including an on-line curriculum
guide and many digital resources including:
Amelia Earhart: The Official Website
www.ameliaearhart.com
The Ninety-Nines,
Inc.
International
Organization of Women Pilots
www.ninety-nines.org
The Museum of
Flight
www.museumofflight.org/amelia
Purdue University
Library
The book has received many awards
including: the Golden Kite award and
Horn Book starred review.
