{"title":"Tami Lehman-Wilzig","description":"\u003cp\u003eTami Lehman-Wilzig's books invite young readers into worlds filled with adventure, courage, and imagination. With titles like \u003cem\u003eOn the Wings of Eagles\u003c\/em\u003e, her stories blend heartfelt emotion with inspiring lessons, making them cherished additions to any child's library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for readers who enjoy tales that spark curiosity and empathy, her works offer both entertainment and meaningful reflection. Explore narratives that nurture a love of reading and encourage children to discover new horizons.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"on-the-wings-of-eagles-by-tami-lehman-wilzig-9781681156354","title":"On the Wings of Eagles","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNational Jewish Book Award Finalist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Suspenseful and well told.\" - \u003ci\u003eJewish Book Council\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Excellent job... good as a read-aloud or for beginning readers.\" - \u003ci\u003eHistorical Novel Society\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBased on real events, this picture book for ages 5-8 dramatizes the story of young Haila, a Yemenite girl, who with her family was airlifted to safety by Alaska Airlines pilot Warren Metzger during Operation Magic Carpet, an international effort that rescued nearly 50,000 Jews from the dangers of Yemen in 1949 and 1950.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"You saw what I did to the Egyptians, and how I carried you on eagles' wings to bring you to me.\" - Exodus 19:4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's not safe for Haila and her family in Yemen anymore. They've been promised they will be carried to safety on the wings of eagles. But time is running short as they wait for help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the other side of the world, Warren is a pilot for Alaska Airlines. When he receives a telegram asking to aid the Jews fleeing Yemen, he knows he has to take the risk and do what he can to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a long journey to Aden, a port city where they were to go to leave Yemen, Haila and her family are scared to see an airplane for the first time. Where are the eagles that were supposed to fly them to Israel? Warren needs to show everyone that they're safe, and hopefully, his plan will work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eOn the Wings of Eagles\u003c\/i\u003e is a touching portrayal of bravery, hope, and rescue, capturing a significant historical moment through the eyes of a child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47461220548844,"sku":"9781681156354","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781681156354-on-the-wings-of-eagles.jpg?v=1774962621"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/tami-lehman-wilzig.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}