Description

"Iris and Walter will join Frog and Toad and Henry and Mudge in a prominent place on the easy-reading shelves." —BCCB

After a move, Iris is sure that life in the country will be just awful. There's nothing to do and no one to play with. Iris will never be happy there.

Then Grandpa suggests a walk. Down the road and around the bend, they discover a huge green tree, a secret hideaway--and a boy named Walter. Maybe life far from the city won't be so lonely after all.

In the beloved Iris and Walter books, together Iris and Walter discover that anything—from adjusting to a new home to facing the first day of school—is easier when you have a best friend to help you.

How does a city girl find happiness in the quiet country?

Making New Friends: When Iris climbs a mysterious ladder, she discovers a secret treehouse and a new friend named Walter. Overcoming Loneliness: For any child who has ever felt lonely after a big change, this story shows how one new friend can make everything better. City Life vs Country Life: Iris misses the tango music and subway rumbles of her old home, but soon discovers the country has its own magic, like starry skies and a pony named Sal. A Heartwarming Friendship Story: A gentle, comforting tale that has earned its place on the shelf next to classics like Frog and Toad and Henry and Mudge.