As young boys, Orville and Wilbur Wright loved all things mechanical.  As young men, they gained invaluable skills essential for their success by working with printing presses, bicycles, motors, and any sort of machinery they could get their hands on.  As adults, the brothers worked together to invent, build, and fly the world’s first successful airplane. This is the fascinating story of the two inventors and aviation pioneers who never lost sight of their dream: to fly, and to soar higher!

An activity book tells the amazing true story of how two bicycle-making brothers from Ohio, with no more than high-school educations, accomplished a feat on the beaches of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, that forever changed the world. Original.

Stand out from the crowd and complete your costume with one of Smiffy's seriously fun accessories! Perfect for carnival, theme parties and Halloween. Contents: 1 x Smiffy's Kids Victorian Urchin Kit, Vest and Cap, Brown, One Size, 21912

Claire Russell's family will be evicted in two months if Pap can't pay the bank. He says to trust the Lord, but Claire is desperately worried. When her twin brother Reuben writes a play, he and Claire enlist their boarders, their neighbors and young Orville Wright to act in it. The Countess has so much enthusiasm for her role as the Queen, she even agrees to wear her valuable tiara as a part of her costume. Will the ticket sales be enough to save the family's Victorian boarding house? One by one strange things continue to happen until the night of the play, when the biggest catastrophe of all unfolds. When the thief catchers, Claire, Reuben, and Orville, unite to follow the thief's trail, they face some big surprises. Can Mr. Drummond be trusted? And will Claire ever learn to give her fears to God?

In this DK Level 4 Reader, follow the amazing story of brothers Wilbur and Orville Wright as they plan and build a flying machine!  Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DK Readers, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. With DK Readers, children will learn to read—then read to learn!

The Wright brothers wanted to build a flying machine. The path to achieve their dream was filled with many obstacles. Countless hours would be spent studying and testing their plans. But their hard work paid off, and today they are known as the "forefathers of flight." Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Smithsonian Informational Text builds students' reading skills while engaging their curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge that guides students through every step of the engineering design process and is perfect for makerspace activities. It makes STEAM career connections by providing a glimpse into the lives of real-life Smithsonian employees currently working in STEAM fields. Discover engineering innovations that solve real-world problems with this book that touches on all aspects of STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math!

Meet the Wright Brothers --- inventors of the airplane. The story of how they created one of the most influential machines in history is told in level-appropriate language and detailed illustrations. A Level 3 first reader.

Learn About The Dawn Of Flight - The Early History Of The AirplaneEveryone has heard of the Wright brothers, yet little is known about what they actually did for the field of aviation and what they have really accomplished. The Early History of the Airplane is an account of these remarkable engineers' struggle to perfect the design of their aircraft as well as their first flight and their experience of the first controlled and self-powered flight.Many people don't know that the Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, didn't actually build or fly the first man-made aircraft. What they actually did was to invent and build the first ever successful airplane in the world. They also are the first ones who have managed to make the first controlled, powered and sustained flight in a heavier than air machine and that was at the beginning of the 20th century, back in 1903.In The Early History of the Airplane, the Wright brothers detail their tinkering with various aerodynamic concepts and technical problems that arose while building their first airplanes. They were renowned for their skill as mechanics and they tinkered with anything from bicycles to printing presses and other devices. Their s... [Read More]

This hand-launched glider is made of durable foam and flexible plastic construction make for long lasting enjoyment. Learn how those daring Wright brothers did it. Ages 6 and up.

The Metal Earth models are amazingly detailed etched models that are fun and satisfying to assemble. Each model starts out as 4 inch square metal sheets and you simply pop out the pieces using wire cutters and follow the included directions to assemble your model. On December 17th 1903 Orville Wright piloted the first powered airplane 20 feet above a wind-swept beach in North Carolina. The flight lasted 12 seconds and covered 120 feet. The model is 3.9x2x0.8 inches when built. Difficulty level: Moderate. No glue or solder needed.

The electrical fences and advanced technology of Jurassic World didn't stop the dinosaurs from escaping and terrorizing the visitors, just like nothing is going to stop you from having the best Halloween yet when you dress in this one-piece inflatable T-Rex suit. A built-in fan will keep you cool all night, so whether you're trick or treating through Jurassic World or you're going to a fun party with your friends, you'll be comfortable! You can also don this costume to the premiere of the upcoming film; you'll look so great, people will forget all about the movie and all eyes

Hailed as the biggest carnivore ever, the T-Rex is a fearsome, nine-ton titan. Your boy might not be so big, but you can help him pump up in this officially licensed Halloween outfit. This lightweight costume is primarily tan and printed with scales and stripes that make up a real dino's leather-like skin. It has an attached long tail and comes with two-fingered gloves, three-toed boot covers and a head covering that features yellow eyes with slitted pupils, a long snout and saber-shaped

Halloween Miraculous Ladybug Child Costume.About This Item:Get ready to be a superhero! Your daughter can save Paris this Halloween in our Kids Miraculous Ladybug Costume! She’s going to love putting on all the fabulous but deadly superheroine accessories and costume pieces included in this red and black spotted outfit. That’ll be especially true if her little friends come out with her as Chat Noir and the other Ladybug superheroes! Luck is on your side this Halloween season, when you wear this sensational Miraculous Ladybug Womens Costume! This brilliant red costume features bright polka dots, just like the Miraculous Ladybug herself!