Iris and Walter and the Field Trip

In this Level Three I Can Read! best friends Iris and Walter go on a highly anticipated class trip to the aquarium.

Everyone in Miss Cherry's class is excited about visiting the aquarium. Iris and Walter can't wait to sit together on the bus and see scary sharks, shimmery angelfish, and—best of all—penguins. The aquarium is everything they had hoped for, until Walter gets lost! It's a good thing his best friend, Iris, knows what to do!

In the beloved Iris and Walter books, the two friends discover that everything is easier when you have a best friend by your side.

This Level 3 I Can Read! is written for independent readers and includes challenging words and more complex themes and stories.

What happens when the best day ever turns a little bit scary?

• An Aquarium Adventure: Join Iris and Walter as they explore the wonders of the aquarium, from shimmery angelfish to majestic penguins!
• Getting Lost and Found: A gentle, reassuring story that explores the worry of being separated in a crowded place—and the relief of being found by a friend.
• Problem Solving for Kids: When Walter disappears, clever Iris knows just what to do to help find her best friend.
• Social Emotional Learning: This sweet tale shows young readers how friendship and helping others can make a scary situation better.
• Perfect for Level 3 Readers: With more complex sentences and themes, this book is ideal for children who are ready to start reading on their own.

"Iris and Walter will join Frog and Toad and Henry and Mudge in a prominent place on the easy-reading shelves." - Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

"Splendid. Readers will delight in the youngsters' friendship." - School Library Journal

"A knockout kickoff to a beginning reader series." - Publishers Weekly (starred review)