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The Fire Truck That Could Fly

A picture book for children about aerial firefighting!

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The Fire Truck That Could Fly

The Fire Truck That Could Fly

The Fire Truck That Could Fly

The Fire Truck That Could Fly

The Fire Truck That Could Fly

A picture book for children about aerial firefighting!

A picture book for children about aerial firefighting!

A picture book for children about aerial firefighting!

A picture book for children about aerial firefighting!

Patricia Osborn
Patricia Osborn
Patricia Osborn
Patricia Osborn
3 Campaigns |
Helena, United States
$5,899 USD 135 backers
29% of $20,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
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Two Books & a Print!
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Two Books & a Print!

$45 USD
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August 2023
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Signed copy of the book

Signed copy of the book

$20 USD
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August 2023
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Buy One, Give One!

Buy One, Give One!

$30 USD
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August 2023
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Get the Set!

Get the Set!

$30 USD
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August 2023
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Books for the Crew!

Books for the Crew!

$70 USD
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August 2023
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Books for the Whole Platoon!

Books for the Whole Platoon!

$125 USD
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August 2023
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Books for the Company!

Books for the Company!

$225 USD
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August 2023
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Short Summary

Update: We may have set our goal a little high, but even if  we don't get to $20k, this book will be funded and distributed!

My name is Tricia and last year I created Huey's Books LLC as a publishing company to create books about military aviation. I've recently written a second children's book about Army aviation and aerial firefighting helicopters that I'm really excited to share! 

The Fire Truck That Could Fly is a fictional book about an Army Chinook helicopter on a firefighting mission in the mountains. This book was designed to introduce children to aerial firefighting, showing a common mission conducted stateside. I'm working with the very talented Eric Castleman to illustrate and turn my ideas into reality. 

April is the Month of the Military Child. Partnering with The Brotallion Blue Skies Foundation, 25% of all funds raised from this campaign will be donated to the foundation, specifically their Blue Skies Scholarship Program. 

The Brotallion Blue Skies Foundation

The mission of the Brotallion Blue Skies Foundation is to provide post-mishap support for the Army aviation community and their families. In addition to providing financial support to the next of kin, they ensure that the fallen aircrew members’ lives are honored, they are kept present in our hearts and serve as a reminder that what we do serves a higher cause.

During this campaign, 25% of funds raised will go specifically to The Brotallion Blue Skies Foundation Scholarship Program supporting Blue Skies' Gold Star Kids.

Currently there are 12 children in line for college funds. The program will work on an age hierarchy with the focus being placed on the child closest to high school graduation.

What We Need & What You Get

We've started this campaign to help garner interest in the book, sell some advanced copies, and raise money for The Brotallion Blue Skies Foundation. Huey's Books is looking to raise $20,000, that's $5,000 that will go toward scholarships if we meet our goal! 

If you are interested in helping out with this campaign, there are some very exciting perks! Check out the various perks for sale, including a limited edition print from the book signed by illustrator Eric Castleman. 

Month of the Military Child

This campaign coincides with the Month of the Military Child in April. There are more than 1.6 million military children who face unique challenges and experiences as a result of their parents' service. The Fire Truck That Could Fly children’s book is dedicated to all the military children who serve in their own way along with their family.

The Impact

This campaign will go through May 1st.  Spread the word! 

Want to donate directly to The Brotallion Blue Skies Foundation? Go to https://thebrotallionblueskiesfoundation.org/ for more information.

By backing this project, you are helping to promote children’s books about aviation, fostering the next generation of helicopter pilots,  and supporting a great cause!

Huey's Books LLC

Huey’s Books is a veteran owned, self-publishing company that strives to create children’s books about Military Aviation using real missions conducted helping our communities.

Our mission is to use children’s books to educate kids and adults about military aviation and how it uses aircraft to perform some amazing missions.

Last year Huey's Books published The Ambulance That Could Fly, a children's book about an Army Black Hawk MEDEVAC helicopter and a rescue hoist mission in the mountains. See perk "Get the Set" available through this campaign, to order. 

 

Neither the Department of Defense, the Army National Guard, nor any of its components endorse this book

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