If I Were a Pilot facts for kids
| Author | Ahmad Akbarpour |
|---|---|
| Translator | Sofia Koutlaki |
| Illustrator | Hoda Haddadi |
| Country | Iran |
| Language | English (Translated from Persian) |
| Genre | Children's picture book |
| Published | 2008 Cultural and Scientific Publications |
| Pages | 28 |
| ISBN | 9789644458880 |
| Age range: 9 - 11 Years | |
If I were a pilot is a special children's picture book written by Ahmad Akbarpour. It was published in 2008 by Cultural and Scientific Publications. This book is known for its beautiful illustrations by Hoda Haddadi.
About the Story
This colorful book tells a story from the point of view of a young boy. He goes to the mountain with his three friends, Emad, Rashid, and Kohzad. Their goal is to pick pretty flowers for their teacher.
A Daydream Takes Flight
While on the mountain, the boys see four airplanes flying high above them. The narrator starts to imagine what it would be like to be a pilot. He dreams of flying all over the world and seeing new places. It's a fun and exciting daydream.
A Sudden Change
The boys quickly head back to their village to share the news about the planes. But on their way, they see dark smoke rising from the valley. When they arrive, they discover that the planes were not friendly. They were fighter jets that had caused damage to their village.
The story gently shows how a time of conflict, like the Iran–Iraq War, can affect people's lives. It contrasts the boy's innocent dreams with the harsh reality of war.
Recognition for the Book
If I were a pilot was chosen as one of 14 top books in a special contest. This contest was about fiction and illustrations for children. It was held by the Scientific and Cultural Organization in Iran. This award shows how important and well-loved the book is.
