Nerves of Steel (Young Readers Edition)
The Incredible True Story of How One Woman Followed Her Dreams, Stayed True to Herself, and Saved 148 Lives
By Captain Tammie Jo Shults | Publisher: Tommy Nelson
About the book
The amazing true story of pilot Tammie Jo Shults for young readers! This autobiography of a woman aviator overcoming gender bias to achieve her dreams will inspire young people to work hard toward their goals, never give up, and stand firm in who God created them to be. A must-read memoir for girls and boys who are excited for the adventure ahead.
Tammie Jo Shults grew up wanting to be a pilot. She worked hard but faced many obstacles and challenges along the way that threatened her dreams. Doing the next right thing kept her spirit alive as she persevered to find her special calling—to serve God and the world around her. Tammie Jo’s path eventually led her to join the navy, where she became one of the first women to fly the F/A-18 Hornet. Her specialized flight training in fighter aircraft honed her skills to a razor’s edge. After her term in the military, she went to work for Southwest Airlines flying Boeing 737s. Years later, those lessons served her well as she was put in the right place at the right time to safely land a crippled plane and save 148 lives.
Nerves of Steel (Young Readers Edition)
- tells the compelling story of a gutsy woman in STEM for 8 to 12-year-olds
- includes new material, written just for tweens
- features graphics and sidebars that explore topics related to planes, pilots, and a military career, complete with source lists
- includes a photo insert and a glossary of aviation and military terms
This memoir of hope and perseverance tells Tammie Jo’s story from her days of growing up on a New Mexico ranch to the disaster of Flight 1380 with plenty of action, dogfights, and grace.
Editions of Nerves of Steel (Young Readers Edition)
- EBook
- ISBN 9781400216673
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The amazing true story of pilot Tammie Jo Shults for young readers! This autobiography of a woman aviator overcoming gender bias to achieve her dreams will inspire young people to work hard toward their goals, never give up, and stand firm in who God created them to be. A must-read memoir for girls and boys who are excited for the adventure ahead.
Tammie Jo Shults grew up wanting to be a pilot. She worked hard but faced many obstacles and challenges along the way that threatened her dreams. Doing the next right thing kept her spirit alive as she persevered to find her special calling—to serve God and the world around her. Tammie Jo’s path eventually led her to join the navy, where she became one of the first women to fly the F/A-18 Hornet. Her specialized flight training in fighter aircraft honed her skills to a razor’s edge. After her term in the military, she went to work for Southwest Airlines flying Boeing 737s. Years later, those lessons served her well as she was put in the right place at the right time to safely land a crippled plane and save 148 lives.
Nerves of Steel (Young Readers Edition)
- tells the compelling story of a gutsy woman in STEM for 8 to 12-year-olds
- includes new material, written just for tweens
- features graphics and sidebars that explore topics related to planes, pilots, and a military career, complete with source lists
- includes a photo insert and a glossary of aviation and military terms
This memoir of hope and perseverance tells Tammie Jo’s story from her days of growing up on a New Mexico ranch to the disaster of Flight 1380 with plenty of action, dogfights, and grace.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nerves of Steel (Young Readers Edition) about?
The amazing true story of pilot Tammie Jo Shults for young readers! This autobiography of a woman aviator overcoming gender bias to achieve her dreams will inspire young people to work hard toward their goals, never give up, and stand firm in who God created them to be. A must-read memoir for girls and boys who are excited for the adventure ahead.
Tammie Jo Shults grew up wanting to be a pilot. She worked hard but faced many obstacles and challenges along the way that threatened her dreams. Doing the next right thing kept her spirit alive as she persevered to find her special calling—to serve God and the world around her. Tammie Jo’s path eventually led her to join the navy, where she became one of the first women to fly the F/A-18 Hornet. Her specialized flight training in fighter aircraft honed her skills to a razor’s edge. After her term in the military, she went to work for Southwest Airlines flying Boeing 737s. Years later, those lessons served her well as she was put in the right place at the right time to safely land a crippled plane and save 148 lives.
Nerves of Steel (Young Readers Edition)
- tells the compelling story of a gutsy woman in STEM for 8 to 12-year-olds
- includes new material, written just for tweens
- features graphics and sidebars that explore topics related to planes, pilots, and a military career, complete with source lists
- includes a photo insert and a glossary of aviation and military terms
This memoir of hope and perseverance tells Tammie Jo’s story from her days of growing up on a New Mexico ranch to the disaster of Flight 1380 with plenty of action, dogfights, and grace.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Nerves of Steel (Young Readers Edition)?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: General interest > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Biography and autobiography
Where can I read a sample of Nerves of Steel (Young Readers Edition)?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781400216673
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Nerves of Steel (Young Readers Edition)?
Captain Tammie Jo Shults
Who is the Publisher of the book Nerves of Steel (Young Readers Edition)?
Tommy Nelson
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Nerves of Steel (Young Readers Edition) is available as ebook(ISBN 9781400216673)
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