Bessie Coleman: Aviation Pioneer
Explore the life and achievements of Bessie Coleman, the first African American and Native American woman pilot, with this engaging worksheet for 3rd graders.
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Bessie Coleman: Aviation Pioneer
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Read about Bessie Coleman and answer the questions that follow.
Bessie Coleman was an amazing woman who loved to fly! She was born in Texas in 1892. When she grew up, she wanted to be a pilot, but it was very hard for African American and Native American women to learn to fly in the United States. Bessie was very brave and didn't give up on her dream. She saved her money and moved to France, where she could learn to fly an airplane. In 1921, Bessie Coleman became the first African American and Native American woman to earn a pilot's license! She became famous for her 'barnstorming' shows, where she would do tricks in her airplane. Bessie Coleman showed everyone that with hard work and courage, you can achieve your dreams.
1. Where was Bessie Coleman born?
New York
California
Texas
Florida
2. What did Bessie Coleman become famous for?
Singing
Barnstorming shows
Writing books
Teaching
3. Bessie Coleman was the first African American and Native American woman to earn a license.
4. Bessie had to go to to learn how to fly.
5. Bessie Coleman gave up on her dream to fly.
True
False
6. Bessie Coleman was a brave pilot.
True
False
7. Why was it difficult for Bessie Coleman to learn to fly in the United States?
8. What lesson can we learn from Bessie Coleman's life story?