Canadian Flyer Adventures #5: Flying High! - Hardcover

FRIEDA WISHINSKY has written many beloved and best-selling books for children. Her books have earned numerous accolades, including a nomination for the Governor General’s Award. She is the author of Where Are You, Bear?; You’re Mean, Lily Jean; and Each One Special, among others. Originally from New York, she now lives in Toronto.

Dean Griffiths realized his love for drawing at the age of 12, halfway through reading a comic book. He has illustrated over a dozen children's books, including The Patchwork House by Sally Fitz-Gibbon. He lives in Duncan, BC.

If you can turn moments from the past into heart-pounding adventure stories, you’ll hook children on history for life. That’s what this time travel series by Toronto’s Frieda Wishinsky does so well...This series is like a well-taught history class: engaging, smart and full of surprises. (Chronicle Herald)

History is now more readable thanks to this series. Facts are effortless to learn, and history is easier to understand...Children will become fascinated with Canadian history after reading the books in the ‘Canadian Flyer Adventures’ series. Emily and Matt will become synonymous with time travel and the envy of many seven to nine year old boys and girls. (CM Magazine: Canadian Review of Materials)

Young readers’ attention will be held not only by the interest and authenticity of the Canadian adventure, but also by the suspense...Readers who enjoy this volume will want to read the others in the series. (Resource Links)

The Canadian Flyer Adventures are perfect for confident middle-school readers because they’ve got a lot going on...Author Wishinsky is clever, however; the kids get a good dose of history, heritage and flavour of the moment without knowing it...For a splendid trip back in time, take another fine ride on the Canadian Flyer (The Hamilton Spectator)