The Soaring Athletes series are books for kids but their experiences will be richer when supported by discussion. When I read the draft of Flying Like an Eagle to my final class of 2nd graders, our discussion went deep as we discussed the difference between "weird" and "different", noticing the challenge individuals face when using adaptive equipment in an able bodied environment, and how they can apply the same resilience these athletes have into their own life experiences. Use these lesson plans and discussion guides to support your young reader!

                                                                                                                         -Juli