![]() Here are some of the best children’s books about airplanes and aviators for young readers, including board and picture books for babies, non-fiction books that focus on the technical side of plane travel, and biographies of famous pilots. Each page is filled with details that machine-mad kids. Flying airplanes hasn’t always been simple, or accessible the spectre of segregation and racism looms particularly large in US aviation history, and some inspirational historical figures fought to overcome these barriers. Amazing Aeroplanes follows the animal crew as they become pilots, luggage handlers and air stewards. The history of aviation is also a fascinating topic that, along with the fun around flight, can make for a fascinating background for a children’s book. ![]() ![]() Then there’s the flight itself - whether you’re a nervous flier or enjoy the thrill of being up in the air, it’s a form of travel like no other. The journey around air travel can be an adventure in and of itself: going to the airport and spending time in that weird liminal space can be an exciting process. Unlike cars, buses, and trains, airplanes are often a less-frequent form of transport - I’m in my late 30s, and travelling by air still feels special (although I’m cognisant of the environmental impact, avoid it whenever I can, and offset it if I can’t). ![]() ![]() Airplanes are often a favourite amongst vehicle-loving young children, making children’s books about airplanes popular, and for good reason. ![]()
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