Like James Marshalls George and Martha, and Rosemary Wellss Benjamin and Tulip, Duck and Goose have to work at getting along. You see, Duck doesnt much care for Goose at first, and Goose isnt fond of Duck. But both want the egg that each claims to be his. As the two tend to their egg, and make plans for the future, they come to appreciate one anothers strengths. And when a bluebird points out that it isnt really an eggits a polka dot ballthe two are not dismayed. After all, it is a lovely ball. . . .