One stormy night Grace Darling, the lighthouse keeper's daughter, spots a ship in trouble on the rocks. At the same time the lighthouse cat Gracie spots that a kitten from her new litter has strayed. Braving the rain and storm, Grace and Gracie both hurry to the rescue of the lost kitten and shipwrecked passengers.

Mole, Rabbit, and Mouse postpone their picnic and stay underground when a threatening dog comes by.

Abandoned as a kitten, a cat is taken in by a family at Christmas and becomes an important part of the household.

A toad has a close call with a "monster."

A stormy night awakens several sleeping animals.

Journeying through a dark, dark house, a black cat surprises the only inhabitant of the abandoned residence.

Journeying through a dark, dark house, a black cat surprises the only inhabitant of the abandoned residence.

"James Herriot's Treasury for Children collects all of the beloved veterinarian's delightful tales for young readers. From the springtime frolic of Oscar, Cat-About-Town to the yuletide warmth of The Christmas Day Kitten, these stories-radiantly illustrated by Peter Barrett and Ruth Brown-are perennial favorites, and this new complete edition will make a wonderful gift for all readers, great and small."--Jacket cover.

A greedy mouse learns about sharing on Christmas Eve.