Dennis the Menace Giant #31

In "September," Dennis the Menace isn’t thrilled about school starting tomorrow, so Henry tries to convince him that learning to read and count is key to landing a real job someday. That night, Dennis dreams he’s a cowboy—only to realize too late he can’t read the trail signs or count his cattle. Written by Fred Toole and illustrated by Al Wiseman, the story captures Dennis’s mischievous spirit with a touch of whimsical worry.

In "November," Dennis insists Ruff deserves a treat for Thanksgiving, prompting Henry to ask the Wilsons for something—only to be misunderstood as asking for help for his family, not for the dog. Written by Fred Toole and illustrated by Al Wiseman, the story captures the gentle humor of a small moment where intentions get tangled in the best way.

In a quiet moment of holiday doubt, Dennis and Jo are shaken by Margaret’s claim that Santa Claus doesn’t exist—until Alice steps in with the timeless words from the "Yes, Virginia" letter, reading it aloud to bring a spark of wonder back to the season. Written by Fred Toole and brought to life with warm, expressive art by Al Wiseman, this gentle 1965 tale captures a child’s first encounter with belief, doubt, and the quiet magic of a story that’s been told for generations.