Lulu, dressed as Ladybug Girl, goes to the playground and makes new friends, including Bumblebee Boy.

The puppy Biscuit makes friends with two kittens.

"Jane Yolen poetically reminds young readers that a simple box can be a child's most imaginative plaything as artist Chris Sheban illustrates its myriad and magical uses"--

Gerald gets serious about teaching Piggie to throw a ball, but Piggie, as usual, just wants to have fun.

Sophie does not enjoy energetic, assertive Wendell's weekend visit until the very end, when she learns to assert herself and finds out Wendell can be fun to play with after all.

It is the first big snow of the winter and Poppy does not want to play outside in the cold--but her mother insists.

"The Couch Potato has everything he needs within reach of his sunken couch cushion. But when the electricity goes out, Couch Potato is forced to peel himself away from the comforts of his living room and venture outside. And when he does, he realizes fresh air and sunshine could be just the things he needs ..."--

Emma pretends that she and her dolls spend a day at school.

"A pig experiences adversity but in the end enjoys a perfect summer day"--

"It's Doctor Maisy and Nurse Tallulah, and they're playing hospital. Poor Panda is sick, but Maisy takes good care of him. Then it's Maisy's turn to need the help--and Nurse Tallulah comes to the rescue!"