The wizard fools the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and the Lion into thinking they received a brain, a heart, and some courage.
Chapter 17: “How the Balloon Was Launched”
After several days, the wizard called for Dorothy and concocted a plan on how to get her home. They built a hot air balloon and three days later both prepared to leave. The wizard informed the city that the Scarecrow would rule in his absence. Unfortunately, before Dorothy could get to the balloon, it sailed off without her.
Chapter 18: “Away to the South”
Dorothy cries at the departure of the balloon. The next morning, she and her friends try to find a way to get Dorothy back to Kansas. They agree that they will go visit Glinda, the good witch of the South, and ask her for help.
Chapter 19: “Attacked by the Fighting Trees”
Dorothy and her friends leave the Emerald City and wander through an enchanted forest that was guarded by moving trees. After getting past them, they come to a wall made of china.
Chapter 20: “The Dainty China Country”
Dorothy and her friends come upon a tiny town made of china. They meet a small china princess and with her help, they realize how much worse their lives could be.
Chapter 21: “The Lion Becomes the King of Beasts”
Dorothy and her friends come upon a dark forest where they discover wild animals who fear a giant animal-eating spider. The Lion attacked and killed the deadly spider and the forest animals declared him their king.
Chapter 22: “The Country of the Quadlings”
Dorothy and the others call the flying monkeys to take them beyond the Hammer-Heads to the land of the Quadlings. They reach Glinda’s castle and are admitted at once.
Chapter 23: “Glinda the Good Witch Grants Dorothy’s Wish”
Dorothy says good-bye to the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Lion. Glinda shows Dorothy the power of the silver shoes. Dorothy clicks them together three times and returns to Kansas.
Chapter 24: “Home Again”
Dorothy comes home to Kansas and sees Aunt Em. Dorothy realizes how glad she is to be home.