Combines four previously published stories, including Katie in the kitchen, Katie saves the Earth, Katie's lucky birthday, and Katie's new shoes, in which Katie does her best to be considerate and helpful.

As Katie, her parents, and friends celebrate Independence Day with a parade, games, a picnic, and fireworks, the few things that go wrong do not interfere with their fun.

When Katie's mother feels unwell on the day before Mother's Day, Katie wants to do everything she can think of to help her mother get well--but she forgot to get a present.