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Article rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Lillian Brummet
Violet the Pilot in Hawaii is the third book of a children’s
series written by author Bettina Bathe. One of the very first
striking aspects of this book is the illustrator’s use of bright
colored fish and birds, a flowery helicopter, tropical scenery
and agriculture within the Hawaiian Island region. The
illustrations by Barbara Fortin
(www.bellocchioillustration.com) also reveal lush forest and
wildlife scenes including a myriad of creatures that dwell in
the waters surrounding the islands.
This adventure begins when two Hawaiian youth, Kimo and
Malia, request a scenic tour ride in Violet’s purple helicopter.
As always, safety comes first for Violet, and they spend a
few moments discussing air currents and looking at maps
before starting out.
Violet and her passengers are accompanied by as they fly
above tropical forests, a beautiful waterfall, interesting
volcanoes and agricultural fields. The adventure is
interrupted when they are called upon to help rescue a baby
whale. Thanks to Violet’s confident pilot skills and her loyal
animal and insect friends, the frightened whale is returned
to her pod. These unlikely heroes arrive to their destination
safely and celebrate with a Luau and a feast. This is no
ordinary feast – the table is laden with all kinds of Hawaiian
foods. And later, they are entertained by Hula Dancers and
Violet plays her Ukulele.
The author incorporates real life terms in her books, yet she
is able to explain things in a way that young people can
clearly understand. The last page has an illustration with all
three of the flags from the countries Violet has worked in so
far. These could be excellent teaching and memory tools for
the reader to use with children. However, Violet the Pilot in
Hawaii offers more than entertainment and education - the
author has also dedicated a portion of the sales of this book
to the Canadian Red Cross. Additionally, Bettina’s website
(www.violetthepilot.com) offers contests and awards for
young readers for her young readers to enjoy.
ISBN#: 0-9738290-1-X
Author: Bettina Bathe
Illustrator: Barbara Fortin
Publisher: Violet the Pilot Enterprises, Inc.
Published: January 2006
Book Reviewer: Lillian Brummet - Co-author of the book
Trash Talk, a guide for anyone concerned about his or her
impact on the environment – Author of Towards
Understanding, a collection of poetry.
(http://www.sunshinecable.com/~drumit)
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