A young boy describes all the things he can do with his dog--but also the things he should not do.

"A yellow dot. A thin black line. Adventure awaits! Press only a finger to the page to embark on a journey of color, motion, shape, and imagination. Follow the yellow dot's invitation, turn the page, and you are on your way!" -- Page [4] of cover.

Discusses the importance of play in terms of health, success, and happiness in adulthood, covering its role in the development of social skills, intelligence, and creativity and its implications for education, business innovation, the future of society, and more.

"Roar! It's not bad enough that Mom and Dad are heading to California, leaving Judy and Stink with Aunt Awful (er, Opal), but now two of Judy's friends are going Splitsville, too. Just when it looks like her summer is going to be BOR-ing--eureka!--Judy comes up with the most thrill-a-delic plan ever. Get ready for a race involving tightrope walking, Scream Monster riding, and way more! Add in a treasure hunt for Judy's teacher, a midnight stakeout,...

Henry's and his big dog Mudge's boring weekend becomes interesting when Mom suggests building a castle in the basement.

Every year Tortoise sleeps through winter. He assumes he isn't missing much. Will Tortoise sleep through another winter, or will his friends convince him to stay awake and experience the frosty fun of winter?

When Lewis plays make-believe with his older siblings, he always gets the least desirable role until a lion suit found in a corner turns him into a king.

While searching for someone to play ball with him, a dog dreams of fantastical adventures he could have with his ball.

While her friends are outside playing, Ashley must stay in and practice for her piano recital.