Stillwater the wise giant panda is back, and he has brought along his lively young nephew, Koo. When the summer gets hot, Stillwater decides it is the perfect time to visit a neighbor who has a reputation for being quite grumpy. Miss Whitaker is an older woman who seems annoyed by almost everything, including the neighborhood children. But Stillwater sees past her prickly exterior and encourages Michael, Addy, and Karl to help her out. As the kids spend time running errands and assisting Miss Whitaker, they start to notice that there is much more to her than a bad temper. Slowly but surely, unexpected bonds begin to form between the generations. Featuring beautiful artwork and a gentle pace, this story beautifully illustrates how reaching out to others can change everyone involved. It is a touching reminder that sometimes the people who seem the hardest to love are the ones who need friendship the most.