The Year We Learned to Fly

My granddaughter is in love with this book. She even wants me to read it to her long distance! And what I love most is that it's a modern-day version of "The People Could Fly," a classic tale beloved by people of color for centuries--I gave a version of that story to my daughter when she was a little girl. To be able to introduce my granddaughter to it this way was just delightful. And I'm glad she loved it as much as her mommy did back when...

Absolutely beautiful book by the incredible Jacqueline Woodson and Rafael López! It is a perfect companion to their first book, The Day You Begin, or to read on its own. The pictures are gorgeous, and the storytelling is everything you'd expect from Woodson and more. I love the grandmother's advice that can be used with all readers and listeners “Use those beautiful and brilliant minds of yours. Lift your arms, close your eyes, take a deep breath, and believe in a thing. Somebody somewhere at some point was just as bored you are now.” This book is a perfect read aloud for readers of all ages, pushing them to use their imaginations.

Inspired, inspiring, inspirational! What beautiful imagery this book creates in your imagination. It is a must read to children of all ages.

I bought this book for my little granddaughter who is 3 and growing up in a pandemic world, and also being bi-racial, perhaps a world where not everyone will realize how special she is. As an artist, I remember the places my imagination would take me as a child and knew that letting the imagination fly would be even more important in today's world, but I was not prepared for just how wonderful this book was. I feel so silly sitting here with my eyes full of tears. I can't wait to share this with my granddaughter. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK!! <3

THANK YOU Ms.JACQUELINE WOODSON. “IT’s BEEN A MINUTE SINCE I’VE READ OR BOUGHT A CHILDREN STORY” MAINLY I ‘MAKE UP STORIES’ USING “LIFELESSONS TO ENTERTAIN & INSTRUCT THOSE SOMEWHAT YOUNGER THAN I”.EACH CHAPTER ALONG WITH PICTURES IS/WAS A JOY FOR ME. GOD BLESSYOU ALWAYS.

I saw this review on CBS Mornings with Gayle, Nate and Tony and the author was interviewed. The book teaches children (and me) how to relax, breathe deeply, and live in the moment. It also showed us you can meditate to relax and protect your peace. I had my 12 year old read it to me and the 3 year old. Great book.

To read to children in the third and fourth grade. I am a volunteer reader

You will want to purchase and read everything Jacqueline Woodson. She is a young adult literary gift that keeps on giving! Grow your library with Jacqueline Woodson best books for children and young adult reading!

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