Join modern-day kids Annie and Nico as they travel through time and discover the history of the worst pandemic the world has seen. The plague, a very contagious infections disease transmitted by fleas, has been synonymous with death for thousands of years. Appearing in immense pandemics, it has led to the deaths of tens of millions of people in the past and has deeply impacted humanity.

When their salamander friend dies, mouse siblings Benny and Penny learn how to say goodbye.

"Being Death is no way to live. Sure, you're all-powerful, but collecting souls involves a ton of paperwork, and it's impossible to have friends when everything you touch instantly dies. Being Sparkles the Last Unicorn isn't as fun as you'd imagine, either. Maybe it seems like the whole world wants to be your bestie, but really people just want you to pose with them for selfies, or use you to help them sell stuff. Everything changes when Death and...

"Andy's parents rescued Rocket when Andy was just a toddler, and they grew up together, with Rocket serving as Andy's guardian through every one of childhood's ups and downs. So when Rocket passes away right before Andy's 14th birthday, he's rudderless. High school is coming soon and he can't imagine making that transition without Rocket at his side. The day before school starts, when Andy is at his lowest, he visits Rocket's grave, and unexpectedly...

"Tiny Fox and Great Boar have spent much of their time together playing, exploring, and adventuring. From beautiful forests all the way to the enchanting seaside, they have had such joyous times! When they set their sights on the marshy wetlands, they meet a young mayfly and become quick friends. But when their time with the mayfly is unexpectedly cut short, Fox and Boar experience true sadness. This sadness feels too much for Fox to bear, but luckily...