The backyard campout is tonight. Jada and Jamal Perkins have never slept in a tent before. Neither have their best friends, Carlita Garcia and Josh Cornell. Camping is going to be so much fun. Or is it? It’s really dark in the backyard. And what’s that noise? It’s coming from the bushes.  Crunch! Crunch! Crunch!  Scrunch! Scrunch! Scrunch!  Will an unexpected visitor ruin the Bradford Street Buddies campout under the stars? Grab a flashlight and find out in this neighborhood adventure.

Momma Mary tells stories about a special young man who does wondrous things, especially for the slaves on the Plenty Plantation.

A child describes the family events, like making apple butter and having relatives visit, that center around Momma's kitchen.