Emma heads through the airport on a family trip, and learns about why security is so important for safety when traveling on a plane.  As many know, things changed in the United States following the terrorism attacks that took place on September 11, 2001.  Measures had to be implemented to prevent further attacks of that nature.  Some of those measures are evident in the way we travel today.   It is written and illustrated in a format that easily communicates with young audiences.  An essential tool for the traveling family.

Emma adopts a puppy from the animal shelter and learns how much fun a pet can be, and the responsiblities of caring for her puppy.  Emma's new puppy is a lot of fun but also requires much of her attention.  Emma tells how she helps take care of her puppy and how her puppy has become her friend.