IRIS AND WALTER: The Sleepover

Elissa Haden Guest, , illus. by Christine Davenier. . Harcourt, $5.95 (44pp) ISBN 978-0-15-204637-8

In the stars' fourth title, excitement turns to skittishness as Iris prepares for a sleepover at Walter's house. When she decides to come home in the middle of the night, Iris gets a big welcome from her family. Ages 6-9. (Aug.)

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