Jealous of her sister's birthday, Frances becomes mean and selfish, until rare generosity and birthday spirit move her to reluctantly give her coveted gift.
While hurrying to get on the school bus, Arthur and his friend unknowingly switch their lunch boxes; later Arthur finds out what surpise his sister had put into hers.
When Thelma tricks Frances into buying her tea set, Frances gets mad! Can Frances show Thelma that it's better to lose a bargain than to lose a friend?