Oscar, an eggplant, longs to join the singing fruits and vegetables in the refrigerator but is stuck in a bowl on the kitchen counter. When a banana appears, Oscar tries to engage in conversation but fails. The story ends with unanswered questions.
Emmanuel and Isum talk about their lunch and recess activities, meeting an illustrator and author, and being friends with Hunter. They also mention Val's friends and recommend reading 'Draw my life' books.
Jacqueline, a young girl living in poverty, embarks on an adventure up a magic beanstalk to a land of giants. She encounters various magical objects and creatures, including a talking peacock and an enchanted guitar, which aid her escape from the giants. Jacqueline returns home with magical apples that cure her sick mother and a golden peacock feather, lifting her family out of poverty.
The story follows Bella and Sirius through different stages of their life, from starting a family to retirement and the death of Sirius. It explores the challenges and joys of each stage.
Edward, a red seahorse, and his fish friends, Evan and Elaine, decide to go on an adventure. They are bored with their simple life at the bottom of the ocean and want to explore something new.
A lost dog in space searches for his owner Carl. After calling out for him, the dog finally finds Carl and they work together. The story ends with a cry for help.