Theo LeSieg

A boy imagines what it would be like if he had such things as duck feet, a whale spout, and an elephant's trunk.

Poses questions for pondering: "Would you rather be a dog or be a cat? ", "Would you rather live in igloos or in tents?", "Would you rather be a mermaid with a tail instead of feet?"

Rhyming text and illustrations briefly point out what animals have teeth, their uses, and how to care for them.

Every wish is fulfilled on the First of Octember.