Ben Walker

Ben Walker is the mother of Addy Walker. She refers to him as "Poppa."

Facts

 * Name: Ben Walker
 * First Appearance: Meet Addy

Family:
 * Ruth Walker: Wife.
 * Sam Walker: Oldest son.
 * Addy Walker: Middle daughter.
 * Esther Walker: Youngest daughter.
 * Auntie Lula: The cook on the plantation, a "mother" figure.
 * Uncle Solomon: Auntie Lula's husband, a "father" Figure.

Personality
Poppa is a strong, brave man. He works hard to protect and care for his family. He is a skilled carpenter.

Meet Addy: An American Girl
Poppa was the carpenter on the Stevens plantation. He is the one with the plans to run the family north to freedom--watching Addy suffering hurts him and he wants his family to be free. He and Sam are sold, however. Addy is crushed at losing her father and brother. With him and Sam gone, Addy and Momma can't take Esther when they run away as they can't carry her.

Addy's Surprise: A Christmas Story
Poppa walks in during the shadow play, and Addy bolts to him. He cries when Addy reads the note Mrs. Ford leaves because she can read.

Happy Birthday, Addy!: A Springtime Story
Poppa finds a busted ice cream maker in the trash. He fixes it and says Addy can use it to make ice cream when she chooses her own special day.

Addy Saves The Day: A Summer Story
He, Ruth, and Addy all work on the garden to help bring Sam and Esther home. He plans a trip to head south to look for Sam and Esther.

Changes for Addy: A Winter Story
Poppa is overjoyed when Addy brings home Esther and Sam.

Addy's Summer Place
Poppa is working on the railroad at Cape Island and brings Momma, Esther, and Addy out to visit.