This program includes two beloved episodes of the critically acclaimed, Emmy Award-winning PBS children's series, Reading Rainbow. It features the books Martha Speaks by Susan Meddaugh and The Adventures of Taxi Dog by Debra and Sal Barracca. Along with the stories, the episodes feature a trip to New York City to learn about hailing taxies, a look at a very special canine companion, a visit with an animal trainer who demonstrates how he trains dogs for TV and movie roles, and a look at life from a dog's eye view.

Contains bonus segments from other Reading Rainbow episodes, including Best Friends, Pet Stories: You Don't Have to Walk, The Day Jimmy's Boa Ate the Wash and Uncle Jed's Barbershop.

The Reading Rainbow programs are designed to encourage children to read by transporting them to exciting, real-life settings. The series introduces kids to interesting new people and places, explores social and cultural issues, and offers a close-up look at the world around them. Its dynamic, fast-paced, colorful animation and hip music entertain and reinforce these experiences, and help children embrace positive reading habits, skills and attitudes.