A little dog named Muffin is awakened by a tiny noise that sends him on a search to find out what it is.

"It's time to get dressed and go the park, but Alfie is still in his pajamas. Putting on clothes seems like the least appealing thing to do for this energetic and curious little alligator, especially when there are so many amusing distractions"--

As day dawns, plants and animals on an island wake up and start their busy day.

Having decided that it is backward day, a boy dresses himself first in his coat, last in his socks, and continues in that way with the cooperation of his family.

A little girl who hates to go to bed and also hates to get up is told by her parents all the good things about doing both.

Raymond Rabbit hops out of bed and begins the day, only to discover that it is too early to be up and everyone else is still sleeping.

Zee brews a pot of coffee to wake his parents so he can climb into bed with them, but after spilling two full mugs he has too little coffee left to do the job unless he can think of a new plan.

Explores the sights and sounds of waking up in a city, from alarm clocks ringing and birds singing to sidewalks filling and jackhammers drilling.

While waiting for deer to appear, two nature watchers enjoy the beauty of a foggy silver morning in the woods.

In the early morning, two children make their way to the cave of their parents' bed and enjoy being cuddled there.