Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny become trapped in a cabin by an unexpected snowstorm, which turns into an even greater adventure when they help their neighbors, a baker and his family, recover an old family secret.
Callie has always felt like a misfit in her family but her friendship with an elderly, bedridden, woman helps her sort out some of the confusion she feels about her family and herself.
Describes the various things families do together such as eating, playing, working, worshiping, and sharing memories; and includes photos of families around the world.
"Almost-eight-year-old" Ruby Lu spends time with her baby brother, goes to Chinese school, performs magic tricks and learns to drive, and has adventures with both old and new friends.