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School Library Journal
Reviewed on March 1, 2019 | XpressRevWebOnly
K-Gr 3—The book opens with the young protagonist's declaration,"Ever since I can remember…I've dreamed of flying." Shy, creative Emery plans to spend the summer tinkering with designs for a flying a machine, and is surprised to find an ally in a new neighbor, Leon. With a long nose, white beard, and passion for invention, Leon evokes a certain famous Leonardo, and he joins Emery in turning old junk into winged contraptions. From disastro...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on March 1, 2019
Despite Emery's parents' disapproval ("Be practical!"), the boy and his pet swallow commit their summer to building a flying machine, enlisti...Log In or Sign Up to Read More