Iris and Walter and the Field Trip

Reach for this book when your child is preparing for their first big school trip or expresses a paralyzing fear of being separated from the group in a public place. It provides a gentle, relatable framework for discussing 'getting lost' without being overly frightening. Iris is thrilled about her class trip to the aquarium, but the excitement turns to panic when she loses sight of her teacher and her best friend, Walter. This story handles the high stakes of a lost child with sensitivity and realism, focusing on the loyalty of friends and the importance of following safety rules. It is an ideal choice for early readers who are navigating new social independence and learning to manage anxiety in crowded environments.