Yearning to build the best dam ever, baby beaver Tim is not content to swim with his Papa, but finally it is time for him to leave and build a home of his own.
Yearning to climb trees like her older brother, young monkey Nala falls the first time she tries a "Big jump," but with Mama's encouragement she keeps trying.
Yearning to roar like his father, lion cub Rory is not content when Mama points out his spiky claws and sharp teeth, but when hyenas threaten, he finds his power.
Yearning to swim in the wide Antarctic waters like her Mommy and Pappy, penguin chick Luna waits impatiently to grow her down, then waterproof feathers.
From a wrinkly baby rhino to a kitten's cute paws, mothers love their babies just as they are. Back matter includes photos and factoids about each featured animal.