Homer the Helicopter Grand Canyon Adventures

Homer, an emerald-eyed, little 'copter is "born" in the factory , and given to the wise Elsa to raise. But the mischievous Homer disobeys his mother. Elsa enrolls him in flight school, where instructor Hank teaches Homer the correct way to fly. Homer earns his wings, and becomes a touring helicopter at the Grand Canyon,taking children on rollicking, cliff-hanging rides! Homer's nemesis, Baldazar, the eagle, viciously attacks the copter. Homer is jealous of Baldazar's skills, and takes his controls away from Hank, following the eagle into the Canyon's bottom. Homer and Hank suffer a horrifying crash in the raging river! Instructor Jennie ultimately meets the wrecked 'copter and has him repaired.--Danger, pitfalls, excitement and heartfelt love abound throughout this delightful, entertaning and educational chapter book for 5-10 ages; with 72 pages, over 20 color illustrations. **Useful as a handup book to read to young children to increase their vocabulary and understanding of the English language.