Lighter Than Air!

My new book, Lighter Than Air, is now available. Written by Matthew Clark Smith, illustrated by me, Lighter Than Air tells the story of Sophie Blanchard, the world's first woman pilot. I really enjoyed working on this book, and I'm excited to be able to share Sophie's inspiring story with young readers. Here's the cover...

And here's a quick peek inside the book...

Here's a peek inside LIGHTER THAN AIR, which comes out today. @candlewick #bookbirthday #kidlit pic.twitter.com/LdqpYFeIpl

— Matt Tavares (@tavaresbooks) March 14, 2017

Lighter Than Air is available now, from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or an independent bookstore near you. Or order a signed copy from my friends at G. WIllikers!

And for any educators out there, Candlewick Press put together this amazing (and free!) teachers' guide. Enjoy!