The owner of a remarkable elephant proudly describes his pet's feats, including balancing on the coffeepot, hanging from the ceiling, and walking a tightrope.

It's raining. No problem, because Sam is enjoying her book. Her little dog Benny doesn't like reading. It wants to play. Sam tries to persuade Benny reading is fun. Would he like to have a different book perhaps? They go to the library together to find the right book for Benny. A funny and touching picture book about a little girl and her doggy, and about the joy of reading.