In the not-so-pretty house where she lives with her dad and bunny Snowball, Annie plans to make some changes in the decor with the help of her next-door neighbor and cousin Henry and his big dog Mudge.

When a mud puddle traps a pizza van, police car, tow truck, and other vehicles, a group of preschoolers comes along and saves the day.

"When a new baby sister arrives, one little girl has a lot to adjust to. However, by helping her parents and taking on special jobs like singing to the baby, she learns that being a big sister comes with big rewards (plus a little spit-up too)."--Page [4] of cover.

When Cade and his family learn that their ice cream order was paid for by another patron, they pay it forward and Cade continues to do so even when it becomes difficult. Includes tips for parents and educators.