Ira is an unusual worm who lives in a home he built by the river. Unlike other earthworms, Ira was born with silver wings. Ira loves meeting new friends, especially creatures who feel different or lonely. Ira’s best friends are Pete, a joking bee; Jill, a singing snake; and Lucy, a swimming chicken. Join Ira and his friends on an exciting adventure as they use their unique skills to rescue the earthworms from a horrible storm.

Enjoy fun empathic discussion questions and projects at the end of the story created for teachers, parents, and little readers.