Books About Helicopters

The Best Helicopters Books for Kids

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Helicopters

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Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2013

Elecopter

By Michael Slack

A heroic elephant patrols the skies, ready to save the savannah.

32 pages· 120 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud

5.3/7 Bookroo·3.6/5 Goodreads · 299 ratings

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Summary: Join Elecopter, the brave elephant with a fire-hose nose, as she soars above the savannah. With her keen eye and quick response, she ensures the safety of all animals, extinguishing fires and performing daring rescues. Will Elecopter's courage be enough to protect her friends from unexpected dangers? Discover the thrilling adventures in this chant-along tale.

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2018

Look, there's a Helicopter!

By Aarts Esther · Look, There's a. . .! series

Discover surprises through holes in this interactive flying adventure.

5.0/7 Bookroo·3.6/5 Goodreads · 100 ratings

Board Book

Summary: Embark on a high-flying journey where each page reveals a new surprise through cleverly placed holes. As children peek and turn the pages, they are invited to explore a world of wonder and imagination. Rhyming text guides them to uncover hidden secrets in the sky, encouraging curiosity and interaction. What will they find next on this celestial adventure? This enchanting tale promises endless exploration and discovery, making it a favorite for little adventurers eager to see what lies beyond each turn.

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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2017

Where Do Jet Planes Sleep at Night?

By Brianna Caplan Sayres, Christian Slade (Illustrator) · Where Do...? series

A series of poems explores where different types of planes sleep at night.

32 pages· 299 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

3.8 Goodreads · 259 ratings

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Summary: Ever wonder how airplanes prepare for sleep? Join jumbo jets, biplanes, and helicopters as they power down and snuggle under the stars. This charming tale reveals bedtime rituals of flying machines, delighting young aviators with a familiar nighttime routine.

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Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2015

Yellow Copter

By Kersten Hamilton, Valeria Petrone (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Red Truck series

A teacher is stranded atop a Ferris wheel. Can Yellow Copter save the day?

26 pages

4.5/7 Bookroo·3.4/5 Goodreads · 309 ratings

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Summary: At the fair, a teacher is trapped high on a Ferris wheel. Cranes and planes fail to reach her, leaving Yellow Copter as the only hope. Will this flying machine succeed in the daring rescue? With vibrant illustrations and rhythmic storytelling, this adventure is perfect for young fans of big, noisy, flying machines.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2008

My Penguin Osbert in Love

By Elizabeth Cody Kimmel, H. B. Lewis (Illustrator)

A boy's journey to the South Pole risks missing his family's celebration.

48 pages· 1,666 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud

3.5 Goodreads · 127 ratings

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Summary: Joe's unexpected visitor, Osbert the penguin, arrives with an invitation to a South Pole gala. With a helicopter from Santa, Joe embarks on a journey with Osbert and his penguin friends. But as Osbert becomes enchanted by a penguin named Aurora, Joe worries about returning in time for his family's midwinter celebration. Will Joe's adventure lead to unexpected discoveries, or will he miss the party back home? Dive into a tale of friendship, adventure, and the magic of the southern lights.

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Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Army Night Stalkers

By Nick Gordon · Epic Books: U.S. Military series

Elite helicopter crews fly secret missions under cover of darkness.

24 pages· 304 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

2.7 Goodreads · 6 ratings

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Library Binding

Summary: The Army's Night Stalkers are a special operations aviation unit that flies soldiers to their targets at night, often on covert missions. This high-interest photo book shows the helicopters they fly, the training they need and the kinds of missions they carry out.

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Picture Book · Ages 8–11 · 2012

Pararescuemen

By Mark Harasymiw · U.S. Special Forces series

Elite airmen parachute into danger to rescue people in trouble.

32 pages· 2,184 words· Est. 17 min read-aloud

4.5 Goodreads · 2 ratings

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Summary: U.S. Air Force pararescuemen are specially trained to reach and rescue people in dangerous places, often while avoiding enemy forces. This book covers their demanding training as parachutists, the work they do on rescue missions and their part in recent military operations, with photographs and sidebars.

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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2007

Helicopters

By Mary Lindeen · Mighty Machines series

Discover the secrets of a hovering marvel in the sky.

24 pages· 111 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud

3.9 Goodreads · 42 ratings

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Summary: Explore the fascinating world of helicopters, machines that defy gravity by hovering in place. Learn how they perform daring rescues and extinguish fires, all while mastering the skies. What makes these aerial wonders tick?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

The Traffic Tie-Up

By Chris Barton, Troy Cummings (Illustrator) · Mighty Truck series

A storm transforms Clarence into Mighty Truck, but can he save the day when Stella's too quiet?

32 pages· 560 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

3.2 Goodreads · 99 ratings

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Summary: In Axleburg, Clarence, a pickup truck, transforms into Mighty Truck when water hits him. Stella, the news chopper, is too loud, causing chaos. Clarence and friends teach her to be quieter, but now she's too quiet to report traffic. As the morning rush looms, only Mighty Truck can save the day. Can he restore balance and help Stella find her perfect volume?

U.S. Special Forces: Ghosts of the Night

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–14 · 2016

U.S. Special Forces: Ghosts of the Night

By Jeremy Enecio (Illustrator)

A documentary turns deadly; can Special Forces save the stranded crew?

96 pages· 10,374 words· Est. 1 hour read

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Summary: Nicole's quest for a groundbreaking war documentary in Afghanistan takes a perilous turn when her helicopter is shot down. Stranded and vulnerable, she must rely on an Army Special Forces team to rescue her and her cameraman. As danger looms, will they reach her in time, or will her ambition cost her everything? Discover the high-stakes world of special ops and the courage it demands.

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