Books like Flying lessons & other stories by Ellen Oh
Flying Lessons & Other Stories is a collection of short stories for children and teens that explores everyday adventures—basketball dreams, family challenges, first crushes, and the excitement of moving to new neighborhoods. Collaborating authors bring a mix of American and multicultural perspectives, creating relatable tales that capture the bittersweet moments of growing up.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Ellen Oh
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