Walter: The Story of a Rat
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Book Overview
Two lonely creatures find that companionship is closer than they thought in this charming tale of friendship This is the story of a writer and a reader. The writer is a person. The reader is a rat.... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:1932425411
ISBN13:9781932425413
Release Date:November 2005
Publisher:Front Street
Length:60 Pages
Weight:1.15 lbs.
Dimensions:0.5" x 6.8" x 8.6"
Age Range:9 to 11 years
Grade Range:Grades 4 to 6
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
A story about making friends even if you're scared to do so.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The drawings were warmly detailed and delicate. I felt the story so heartwarming. It explains how Walter and Miss Pomeroy, who were both living lonely existences for different reasons, took the 'risk' of putting themselves in each other's lives in hopes of making that wonderful connection we call friendship. The exchange of notes was sweet - and the first note back from Miss Pomeroy "i know" actually gave me goosebumps. Towards the end of the book there is a drawing of Walter and Miss Pomeroy together. It was so poignant is made me cry. I highly recommend this sweet story. I would think it would be especially helpful to a child who is introverted and afraid to make new friends.
Not just for children but for any sensitive booklover
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
Although this near-perfect book has been marketed as a "children's" book, it would be loved and treasured by anyone who loves books and reading. I would compare it to "Charlotte's Web" and the Narnia books as a book that will appeal to children older than seven as a story, but it will mean something deep and touching to their parents. There's a slight hint of melancholy to the book -- a pleasant melancholy -- as there is in "Charlotte's Web." I will be giving it to everyone on my Christmas list this year. My copy is going on my shelf of very special books you read and re-read throughout your life, next to E.B. White, the Narnia books, and "The Little Book Room," by Eleanor Farjeon.
Walter, the Story of a Rat
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
I LOVED this story--it touched my heart and imagination beyond what I can express. It is a wonderful book--I hope there will be sequels--I would love to see these two friends have many adventures together, and I wish they lived next door.
Excellent book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
Excellent book for young readers. My son is eight. He was delighted with all aspect of Walter: The Story of a Rat. The reading level is a step up from early chapter books; ie. Magic Tree House, Magic School Bus. Vocabulary and plot are challenging and intriging. Well worth the read.
A POLISHED GEM
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
This is one of those nearly perfect children's books: a fable really, in the manner of THE LITTLE PRINCE. It's a story of a rat and a writer, but it's really a story about the vulnerability and fragility of friendship and love. Tender, funny, literate--this is my universal Christmas gift this year.
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