Sassafras is a charming picture book that tells the story of a little skunk who feels ashamed of his "smelly-old, stinky-old, funky-old" self. But as he plays with his many woodland friends—each special and unique—Sassafras discovers he, too, has a rare and special gift all his own.

Sassafras, the little skunk, develops self-esteem when he learns the value of his "special gift" while playing with his friends in the woods.