On a very hot night, Ricky decides to keep cool by sleeping outside in his tent, just as the other young bunnies do. Ricky's parents gently ask him if he will be all right outside by himself. He tries to be courageous as there are many new sounds outside at night. With the help of his Zorro cape, Ricky shows how he deals with being afraid of the dark and encourages emotional development in young readers who experience similar obstacles.