It was Caroline's twenty-fourth's birthday. She and her husband, Prickle - both lovable hedgehogs - woke up that morning and prepared everything for the garden party that would be held under the chestnut tree. When the guests arrived, they brought with them many delightful presents for dear Caroline. She was so happy that she began singing happy tunes to the sounds of the famous "Mice Band Players" who had come especially to celebrate Caroline's birthday. But when Stanislaus, the tomcat appeared everyone scurried to hide under the bushes. He was there to feast on one of the little animals - nothing else. Not losing her nerve, Caroline brought out her birthday cake and invited everyone to share a piece with her - including Stanislaus. He ate so much of the cake and other treats that he couldn't eat another bite. When he left the party, the animals rejoiced and continued to sing and dance until their little paws couldn't swing and clap any longer. It was a splendid party and a nice trick played on Stanislaus.