It's so hot! Mrs Berg tells the children that even Timbuktu was not as hot and sticky as this and they didn't even have a pool. Ella says that her paddling pool is exactly what they need. The trouble is that it's very small and endlessly needs refilling from Mr Jacksons hose when he should be tending to Mrs Berg's thirsty flowers. Ella can see that everyone in Sunshine gardens needs to keep cool and soon comes up with an idea that has them all splashing about.