--- product_id: 38462537 title: "Flying Lessons & Other Stories (We Need Diverse Books Anthology)" price: "$31.14" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/38462537-flying-lessons-and-other-stories-we-need-diverse-books-anthology store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Flying Lessons & Other Stories (We Need Diverse Books Anthology) **Price:** $31.14 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Flying Lessons & Other Stories (We Need Diverse Books Anthology) - **How much does it cost?** $31.14 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/38462537-flying-lessons-and-other-stories-we-need-diverse-books-anthology) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Whether it is basketball dreams, family fiascos, first crushes, or new neighborhoods, this bold short story collection—written by some of the best children’s authors including Kwame Alexander, Meg Medina, Jacqueline Woodson, and many more and published in partnership with We Need Diverse Books—celebrates the uniqueness and universality in all of us. "Will resonate with any kid who's ever felt different—which is to say, every kid." — Time Great stories take flight in this adventurous middle-grade anthology crafted by ten of the most recognizable and diverse authors writing today. Newbery Medalist Kwame Alexander delivers a story in-verse about a boy who just might have magical powers; National Book Award winner Jacqueline Woodson spins a tale of friendship against all odds; and Meg Medina uses wet paint to color in one girl’s world with a short story that inspired her Newbery award-winner Merci Suárez Changes Gear. Plus, seven more bold voices that bring this collection to new heights with tales that challenge, inspire, and celebrate the unique talents within us all. AUTHORS INCLUDE: Kwame Alexander, Kelly J. Baptist, Soman Chainani, Matt de la Peña, Tim Federle, Grace Lin, Meg Medina, Walter Dean Myers, Tim Tingle, Jacqueline Woodson “There’s plenty of magic in this collection to go around.” — Booklist, Starred “A natural for middle school classrooms and libraries.” — Kirkus Reviews, Starred “Inclusive, authentic, and eminently readable.” — School Library Journal, Starred “Thought provoking and wide-ranging . . . should not be missed.” — Publishers Weekly, Starred “Read more books by these authors.” — The Bulletin, Starred Review: You need to read this book. And your teacher does too. And so do your parents. - This is a fantastic book for middle grades. It gives a voice to people who do not see themselves in literature frequently enough. It also addresses situations and opportunities that don't get portrayed in literature enough, things like living out of a hotel room, watching a parent do something you didn't think was right, having feelings about someone new, family storytelling, playing pick up basketball at the municipal gym, being a person of color in an all white community, and playing basketball when you're confined to a wheelchair. Every voice is different. But every voice is also important. They tell their own stories, but they tell our stories too. Because we all have an experience where we're new or where we want to get into a group and don't know how. We've all had a crush on someone and don't know how to get their attention. We have younger or older siblings, friends who move away, teachers who understand us, and those who don't. We're embarrassed by our parents, and we love them, and we support them, and we miss them, and we're ashamed by them, and sometimes all at the same time. This book is full of stories. But the stories need to be told. And they need to be read. Review: Teachers, Parents and Picky Teens - you have met the answer to your reading needs - I can't say enough good things about these stories! First of all, the writers are all excellent in their own right, and I've read a couple of their full novels before, so I was expecting good things, but not to this level! The first story is PERFECT for reluctant male readers who like basketball, or any reader who needs a good story about persistence in getting to your goal. I had to re-read several of them multiple times, only because they were THAT good. The diversity in this collection is there without being exclusive. Meaning anyone can enjoy the story, but those who have experienced what the character is going through (example, living in a hotel room/homelessness/racism, etc.) will find themselves in at least one of these stories. The stories are short enough for anyone to finish rather quickly, but still fully complete in their plot line. I have recommended this to several other teachers who have purchased it for their classrooms. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #602,459 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #19 in Children's Books on the U.S. #52 in Children's Multigenerational Family Life #58 in Children's Short Story Collections | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 976 Reviews | ## Images ![Flying Lessons & Other Stories (We Need Diverse Books Anthology) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81fYX9GG9ZL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ You need to read this book. And your teacher does too. And so do your parents. *by Z***P on May 12, 2017* This is a fantastic book for middle grades. It gives a voice to people who do not see themselves in literature frequently enough. It also addresses situations and opportunities that don't get portrayed in literature enough, things like living out of a hotel room, watching a parent do something you didn't think was right, having feelings about someone new, family storytelling, playing pick up basketball at the municipal gym, being a person of color in an all white community, and playing basketball when you're confined to a wheelchair. Every voice is different. But every voice is also important. They tell their own stories, but they tell our stories too. Because we all have an experience where we're new or where we want to get into a group and don't know how. We've all had a crush on someone and don't know how to get their attention. We have younger or older siblings, friends who move away, teachers who understand us, and those who don't. We're embarrassed by our parents, and we love them, and we support them, and we miss them, and we're ashamed by them, and sometimes all at the same time. This book is full of stories. But the stories need to be told. And they need to be read. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Teachers, Parents and Picky Teens - you have met the answer to your reading needs *by M***R on March 14, 2017* I can't say enough good things about these stories! First of all, the writers are all excellent in their own right, and I've read a couple of their full novels before, so I was expecting good things, but not to this level! The first story is PERFECT for reluctant male readers who like basketball, or any reader who needs a good story about persistence in getting to your goal. I had to re-read several of them multiple times, only because they were THAT good. The diversity in this collection is there without being exclusive. Meaning anyone can enjoy the story, but those who have experienced what the character is going through (example, living in a hotel room/homelessness/racism, etc.) will find themselves in at least one of these stories. The stories are short enough for anyone to finish rather quickly, but still fully complete in their plot line. I have recommended this to several other teachers who have purchased it for their classrooms. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Stories *by G***R on August 20, 2025* Great stories --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/38462537-flying-lessons-and-other-stories-we-need-diverse-books-anthology](https://www.desertcart.us/products/38462537-flying-lessons-and-other-stories-we-need-diverse-books-anthology) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-06-23*