Iris and Walter

In this Level Three I Can Read, meet Iris the new kid in town and her soon-to-be best friend, Walter!

After a move, Iris is sure that life in her new home will be just awful. There's nothing to do and no one to play with. Iris will never be happy here. 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 this beloved story from a classic children's book series about friendship, Iris and Walter discover that everything is easier when you have a best friend by your side.

This Level 3 I Can Read! is a perfect early reader book, written for children who are starting to read independently and are ready for more complex themes and stories.

This gentle story reminds new readers that even when you feel lonely, a friend might be waiting in the most unexpected place even up a tree!

• A Heartwarming Story About Moving: Iris misses her old home in the city and is sure her new life in the country will be awful, until she meets a new friend.
• Making New Friends: When Grandpa takes her on a walk, Iris discovers a secret treehouse and a kind boy named Walter waiting inside.
• Sweet and Simple Adventures: Together, Iris and Walter explore the country, ride a pony named Sal, and discover that everything is more fun with a best friend.
• Building Reading Confidence: With accessible language and a comforting story, this Level 3 I Can Read book is perfect for children who are starting to read on their own.