Harold the Misfit was once just a goofy drawing on a page of a sketchbook, but he had a story that was waiting to be told. Harold the Misfit is a story of a critter that is part dog, zebra, turtle, bird, and lobster. He doesn't fit in with the other kids at school due to his strange looks. One day, Harold's class goes on a field trip to outer space. While on the trip, the class's spaceship malfunctions; however, Harold is able to save the day-thanks to the characteristics that make him unique. From that point on, the class learns that although Harold may not be like the rest of the students, his uniqueness is what makes him so wonderful.