While out for a stroll at night, Baby Owl encounters Bear, Badger, and Bat, and assures them all that he is not afraid of the dark--but his stuffed animal, Owly, might be a little nervous.
Baby Owl agrees to read a story to Tiny Chick, but before he can start reading, Tiny Chick's numerous brothers, sisters, cousins, and friends join in and test Baby Owl's patience.