Amelia Bedelia and her cousin, helping to prepare a surprise shower, make some arrangements that are not quite what the guests expected.

As they look at photographs of their previous year's Monster Party, two witches begin to exclude zombies, ghosts, and vampires to avoid problems, but finally decide that a party is more fun when everyone is included.

Santa's Secret is a love story between Santa and Mrs. Claus. Her birthday is in Dec. and she thinks everyone has forgotten. The elves have a big secret to keep because Santa is planning a surprise party for her. Santa gives Mrs. Claus a surprise birthday party.

Kristina is determined to make herself a sparkly orange princess gown for the upcoming ball, but nothing seems to be going right, and Kristina's big day may just turn into a royal washout.

Doris throws a slumber party for Ben and her other monster friends, complete with games, snacks, and an effort to stay up all night.

"When the family rock farm is in trouble, Pinkie Pie tries to help in the best way she knows how--by planning a Ponyville "rock" concert: Ponypalooza! The part will be super-duper cool and is sure to save the farm. But...Pinkie's family doesn't like the idea and wants her to be serious for once in her life. What's a pony to do?"--P. [4] of cover.

The bugs are trying to plan a Christmas party, but they all have different ideas about the best way to celebrate.

Rhyming text and illustrations describe all the activities associated with Jesse Bear's birthday party.

There is a problem with the cake Otto the dog makes for his birthday party, but he and his friends have a good time anyway.

When Teddy's owner Paul plans a costume party, the magical teddy bear comes up with a costume that keeps the guests guessing who the mysterious stranger might be.