Harry and Walter

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Ages4 to 7 years

Inspired by a true story, this delightful picture book details the friendship between a four year old boy, Harry, and his ninety two year old neighbor, Walter

Harry and Walter do everything together, from playing board games and drawing pictures to playing in the leaves and building snowmen. Harry is devastated when he learns that he will be moving. At his new home, nothing seems to be fun anymore, until one day, he hears Walter's voice. Their friendship blooms again now that Walter has moved to a retirement home close by.

Acclaimed author Kathy Stinson has created a poignant, cross-generational story that will warm the hearts of children and adults alike. With charming illustrations by Qin Leng, Harry and Walter is a perfect book for children to share with grandparents.

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"[A] quiet tour de force that takes the reader by surprise." - Quill & Quire, Starred review, 04/16
"A sweet and tender story that shows age difference is no detriment to true friendship. A good choice to share with a small group or for one-on-one enjoyment." - School Library Journal
"Leng's playful, expressive watercolor illustrations complement this warm story of an enduring intergenerational friendship." - International Reading Association

Author Bio

Kathy Stinson is the author of children's classics Red is Best, and Big or Little, and recent multi-award winners like The Man with the Violin, and Harry and Walter. She lives near Guelph, Ontario. Qin Leng works as a designer on feature films and television series, as well as a freelance illustrator. She has illustrated numerous children's books around the world, including A Flock of Shoes. She lives in Toronto, Ontario.