"A playful otter follows two children home and eats popcorn for lunch, swings on the curtains, and eventually encounters the ranger who reminds everyone this otter belongs in the water"--

Otter and Teddy celebrate Halloween.

After a day out on his own, Little Otter realizes that he still needs his family no matter how big he grows.

Because none of the other animals will play with him, Joshie the sea otter swims too far out to sea, but he is called back by a song sung in the strong safe voice of his mother.

Otto the otter feels safest when he holds hands with his family, and he needs something to persuade him to face his fears and finally let go.

"Elliott the otter lives in Puget Sound's Elliott Bay and claims it's named after him. And why wouldn't it be, since he's in charge of its daily activity? From the freighters bringing in cargo from around the world to the salmon passing through on their way upstream, Elliott is the boss of it all"--

Martha, the stubborn little otter, returns to master a new lesson. She overuses the word "mine, " until she is left performing magic tricks without an audience, putting on puppet shows with only one puppet, and playing Ping-Pong without a partner. Through the gentle encouragement of her parents, Martha realizes that she can have more fun if she shares. The watercolor and colored-pencil drawings focus on each character's body language and facial expressions....

Mr. Rabbit wonders if he will be able to get along with his new neighbors, who are otters, until he is reminded of the golden rule.

After awakening early from his winter sleep and wishing for someone to play with, Little Bear is joined by new friends who help him make a snowman.

Two young otters seeking adventure find home is the best place to be after all.