Pip the pig and Nico the bear both want to play. As Nico sets up his cello, Pip suggests they play ball, dolls, hopscotch, blocks, dress up, hide and seek—but Nico isn’t interested in playing any of those. Increasingly frustrated, Pip tugs on Nico’s arm (“Come on and play!”). When Nico explains that he already is playing—playing the cello, that is—Pip shouts, “I meant play with me!!!” A simple misunderstanding has been corrected, but Pip is ready to go home. He’s already played everything, anyway! Until Nico realizes there is one thing they haven’t played together yet. Pulling out a drum for Pip, the two play music in a story that gently demonstrates the importance of communication between friends. (Ages 2-5)