Homer the Helicopter Grand Canyon Adventures! - Softcover

Julie W. Buscher

Softcover

ISBN 10: 097863523X ISBN 13: 9780978635237

Publisher: Central Plains Books, 2007

Synopsis

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 5-10, 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. ***11 x 8 1/2; high-quality, glossy, softcover

About this title

About the Author:

Children's author, Julie (Julia) W. Buscher was born and raised in rural Central Utah. Having graduated from business college, she has worked as a paralegal secretary, and is an experienced business writer. She has traveled the country, and lived in the western United States al her life. She enjoys writing poems, humorous articles, and engages in other creative endeavors. Her other interests include genealogy and playing the piano. Presently she lives in Brighton, Colorado with her husband of 30 yrs. where they fly their vintage Cessna 180 aircraft.**** E-mail: julobush2@q.com

Review:

A great story with excellent details about aviation. A story for all kids,-- little kids & big kids, with very good illustrations --Beverly Cameron; UA Flight Engr. & Grnd School Instructor

Hope that people love the story. I sure did! --Jody Berman, Professional Book Editor

It was great! I loved the book. It was heartfelt & exciting at the same time. --Sharon DeLoy, Writer

Hope that people love the story. I sure did! --Jody Berman, Professional Book Editor

It was great! I loved the book. It was heartfelt & exciting at the same time. --Sharon DeLoy, Writer

About this edition

• Publisher: Central Plains Books
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 097863523X
• ISBN 13: 9780978635237
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 72
• Illustrator: Chris M. Rogers