Billy, a bad-tempered little monster who does not want to be in nursery school, throws tantrums that only result in his teacher's giving him praise and three stars.

D.W., Arthur's little sister, tells all about what it is like to be in preschool, including essential information about such topics as bathroom breaks, storing things in a cubbie, and sharing at play time.

The Dinofours keep their teacher busy helping them make Valentine's Day cards for their families and friends, until they realize that they want to show her how much they love her.

LB spends the summer dreading the first day of preschool, especially after his second-grade cousin makes him worry about what it will really be like.