Black Eagles, by James Haskins

Age Range: 9 and up 
Grade Level: 4 - 7
Lexile Measure: 1160L 
Publisher: Scholastic Paperbacks (February 1, 1997)
Language: English

Haskins, J. (1995). Black eagles: African Americans in aviation. New York: Scholastic.

Black Eagles by James Haskins, gives a wonderful account of the history behind, Africa American aviation pilots during World War II and after the war.  Mr. Haskins does a wonderful job with giving the reader a look into the 1920’s when African Americans were not allowed to fly.  He highlights the special achievements of Black pilots.  I enjoyed reading this book and my 11 year old was fascinated to learn that there where black pilots during that time period.  I think this is a wonderful book for a teacher to use during black history month for grades 5-8th.

About the Author:  James Haskins

Born:  September 19, 1941

Location:  Demopolis, Alabama

Occupation:  Nonfiction writer

Genres:  Children’s literature, biographies, Young adult literature

Other nonfiction titles by this Author:

·      Lena Horne

·      Count Your Way Series

·      The story of Stevie Wonder

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