"For some years I have been afflicted with the belief that flight is possible to man.”
– Wilbur Wright

The Wright Brothers, Orville (August 19, 1871-January 30, 1948) and Wilbur (April 16, 1867-May 30, 1912), are credited with making the first controlled, powered human flight on December 17, 1903.

These two American bicycle repairmen were often told that man was not meant to fly, but both Orville and Wilbur refused to believe the naysayers. Instead, they gained the mechanical skills necessary by working in their shop with printing presses, bicycles, motors, and other machinery. (Their work with bicycles in particular influenced their belief that a flying machine could, in fact, be controlled and manipulated with practice).

Learn the thrilling story of these two brothers who risked everything—including their very lives—to become the first men to manage powered flight!

Little-Known Facts:

• Neither Orville or Wilbur married
• Both brothers received high school educations but did not receive diplomas
• Their father traveled often as a bishop in the Church of the United Brethren in Christ and one day brought home a toy "helicopter" for his two younger sons. Wilbur and Orville played with it until it broke, then built their own. In later years, they pointed to their experience with the toy as the initial spark of their interest in flying

Teach persistence, passion, and ambition with this 30-minute animated educational DVD about The Wright Brothers. Order your copy TODAY!

Excellent for developing homeschool curriculum and a great teaching resource for the month of August. (August 19 is National Aviation Day).

Each Interactive DVD features

• Optional English and Spanish subtitles
• A 3-level Adventure Quiz
• Integrated movie clips
• Story summaries
• A “Principles Guide for Parents & Teachers”
• Premium website access to a fun-filled Kids' Zone—packed with teaching resources for educators, parents, and caregivers!

BONUS Resource & Activity Books
Each interactive DVD includes a 48-page Resource & Activity Book full of skill-developing activities, word games, puzzles, coloring pages, and more! Provides hours of fun and learning for the entire family! The special “Certificate of Achievement” located in the back of the book serves as an excellent award your child can display after completing the activities.

Principles and Values Taught in This Video
Persistence, Work, Inventiveness, Faith, and Ambition

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