Ali's the Aviator is a delightful children's book that skillfully employs the alphabet to showcase various forms of aviation throughout history. It serves as an excellent educational tool for young children to learn about different aircraft. Surprisingly, even adults reading it to their children can discover new insights. Special gratitude to LibraryThing for providing the opportunity to explore this engaging book—I eagerly anticipate sharing it with my granddaughter. ( )

The paper cut illustrations are beautiful and engaging in this ABC book about aviation. Many letters are related to types of planes I was unfamiliar with, but there is a glossary at the back that gives more information. I wish Alis' life story was highlighted throughout the book more, as that was more interesting to me than the different types of planes. I enjoyed it and look forward to sharing the book with kiddos at our school.

I received an advanced reader copy of this book through LibraryThing's Early Reviewer program in exchange for an honest review.

The cut-paper illustrations are absolutely stunning and eye-capturing! The text leaves a lot to be desired. The rest of this book is confusing - is it supposed to be a biography or an ABC book? From the title and description, I was expecting this book to be about Alis (did not realize at first Alis was a real person). Nothing is told about her until the end of the book, in a separate All About section. The alphabet format of the book would be ok if more information was included. I was so confused when I read the first page, for Arrow, as I had no clue what the arrow the author referred to was. I finally caught on that these were types of planes. It would’ve been better to include the info from the glossary with each letter, even if it meant the book didn’t rhyme. For someone who loves planes (and is familiar with Canadian aviation), this book would be great.

*I received a free copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.* ( )

My stepson is in the Airforce and this book will be great for his sons. I thought this was a great ABC book! ( )

“Alis the Aviator” is a book brimming with interaction for the child who has an interest in planes. There is so much to learn in the pages that are easily selected to reach the child’s age. A bonus is the back of the book explaining who is the real Alis the Aviator, based on the true adventures of a woman fulfilling her dreams and passions regardless of her sex. It’s a wonderful inspiration to share with a growing child. I received my copy through LibraryThing’s Early Reviewer program. ( )