An important book for readers of all ages, Irvine Press brings quality biographies for kids through engagingly written volumes of true-to-life stories of important figures in history.&nbsp;<br /><br />Our message is simple: Dream Big, We&#39;ll Show You How.<br /><br />Lester Clarkson and Billy Smith, together with John Clarkson, Lester&rsquo;s cousin, were eager to start their summer vacation with an exciting escapade. The three friends decided to go visit the venue of the upcoming Hot Air Balloon International Fiesta in New Mexico, a day before the event. They got a free pass and tour because Lester&rsquo;s father is one of the organizers. While they were having a tour with Jordan, Peter&rsquo;s assistant, the three boys managed to sneak out from Peter. The three ended up hiding inside one of the hot air balloons. Lester thought of something and decided to fly and steer the hot air balloon since he has knowledge as well. &nbsp;In the middle of their ride, heavy rain started to fall. Unfortunately, the rope from the hot air balloon that was connected to the ground was faulty. The boys&rsquo; hot air balloon ended up crashing into the unfamiliar woods of the Rocky Mountains. Will they be able to find their way home safely before it gets dark?<br /><br />Among these biographies, readers will find exceptional and notable men and women across varying disciplines to instill a sense of purpose and goal oriented living from an early age. Discover how each life was shaped and transformed through passion, determination, grit.<br /><br />Discover Inside This Book:<br /><br />? The life and work of Nathan Ford<br />? Difficulties and struggles growing up and as an adult<br />? Focus on the influence and societal impact<br />? Vivid illustrations&nbsp;<br />? Bonus trivia questions for fun activity<br /><br />In addition to the life and work of Nathan Ford, a special section at the back of the book includes extras of multiple-choice quiz questions and discussion prompts. Learning about historical figures has never been so fascinating!