Dreams Take Flight: The Story of Deaf Pilot Nellie Zabel Willhite
Dreams Take Flight: The Story of Deaf Pilot Nellie Zabel Willhite
Dreams Take Flight: The Story of Deaf Pilot Nellie Zabel Willhite
Description
Description
Nellie Zabel Willhite's story dips and soars like an airplane in flight.
After losing her hearing at four and following a tumultuous education, Nellie Zabel was introduced to the world of flight while working at the Sioux Falls airport. The planes and pilots captured her imagination as she watched them sail alongside the birds. With some encouragement, she enrolled in pilot training--carefully tailoring the courses to accommodate her deafness. In 1928, she took off on her own, becoming the first female pilot in South Dakota--and the first deaf pilot in the nation.
This Own Voices, Own Stories Award winning book tells Nellie's story from the perspective of an author with a hearing loss and is supported by Easterseals.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
A brief introduction to the first deaf pilot in the U.S...Uplifting.-- "Kirkus Reviews" (8/29/2025 12:00:00 AM)
Original, informative, inspiring, and a fun read from start to finish-- "Midwest Book Review " (8/1/2025 12:00:00 AM)
This is the story of how she overcame adversity to achieve her dreams, making this an excellent choice for those who are facing obstacles in their lives.--Christine Irvin "Story Monster Ink" (12/1/2025 12:00:00 AM)
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
Bound to Stay Bound Books
Pub date:
2025-08-01
Length:
32 pages
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