A series of twilight stories follows the misadventures of woodland creatures as they confront dangers, rivalries, and lessons in cooperation. Through episodes centered on a curious jay, a timid rabbit, a boastful raccoon, a vigilant muskrat and a scheming weasel, the animals tackle problems like fire safety, predators' plots, and communal campaigns to protect their pond community. Each short tale combines gentle suspense, witty animal characterization, and simple moral lessons, presented in episodic, illustrated form for young readers.