Julie W. Buscher
Published: 2007-06
Total Pages: 76
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A ONE-OF-A-KIND TALE OF HIGH-FLYING AVIATION ADVENTURE! From his pug nose, to his emerald green eyes and shiny blades, down his sleek frame to his tail rotor, this little 'copter will captivate you from the start. Follow Homer from his beginnings at the helicopter factory on an epic journey, as he learns the ropes of being a touring helicopter. Meet Homer?s beautiful mother, Elsa, the golden helicopter, as she tries to discipline her rascal son. Learn along with Homer how to fly a helicopter, as he?s taught by ace pilots, Hank and Jennie. Gasp as the quick-silver-streak 'copter pops out of the puffy clouds, spinning straight down! Dodge sharp spires and rugged chasms of the Grand Canyon as Homer thrills his passengers with the ride of their lives! Laugh with the children when they nick-name Homer the ?The Cliff-Hangin? 'copter. Skim the waters of the deep canyon valleys, as Homer meets face-to-face with the raging Colorado River! Soar high in the deep blue sky with Homer as he befriends the great bald eagle, Baldazar, and learns amazing aerial stunts. Experience Homer?s perilous crash as he skids across the Colorado River, smashing into huge, razor-sharp boulders. Race against time through a perilous sand storm to save a young boy, as Homer learns to be an air-ambulance helicopter. You?ll delight in watching your children laugh and learn with Homer as he grows from a mischievous young helicopter to an experienced flier. With 72 pages including more than 20 color illustrations, Homer?s story is sure to engage and enchant young people everywhere. So, jump on board, fasten your seatbelt, and prepare for a joy ride! Geared for ages 5-9, and grownups still young at heart. Also useful as a hand-up book for parents to read to small children to help improve their vocabulary and understanding of the English language.