This picture book follows two African-American children as they learn about the natural habitats of animals, and connect each to the comfort and security of the children's own home and family.

Travis and Rosa are in a suburban park with their mother when they see a small rabbit disappear into a hole. The kids peer into the hole as far as they can see, and then one child says, "Isn't it scary?" Mom assures the children that the rabbit is very comfortable and safe in its home.

Isn't it Scary? follows the family as they encounter several animals in the park. Travis and Rosa see rabbits, squirrels, frogs, fish, deer, birds, and bats. They learn that every creature is adapted and suited to its own special environment.