This book is about Martha, who is one of the pancake kids. One day her mother gave her a special gift and sas she showed her new gift to her classmates during school they laughed and was not impressed, and this worried Martha. However, when the teacher called on Martha to show and tell, Martha explained her new gift with joy and excitement. Hence, the classroom became really excited about her new gift as well. This is a great example of how enthusiam can be contagious.