When a special visitor comes to Gertrude's school to learn about America, why do Gertrude and her friends have to enact their friendship vow?

Find out what Gertrude and her friends do to help their new classmate feel welcome.

This heartwarming tale of friendship helps teach children about compassion and inclusivity with a little bit of geography at an age-appropriate level. Perfect to kick off learning about another country, this sweet story will help guide discussions about what qualities a friend should have. With vocabulary-boosting words for your child to learn (don't worry, there's a little dictionary in the back for easier discussion), this is the perfect book for the home or classroom.