This story of Fred the Fly and His Homecoming Party is a sequel to Fred the Fly and Some of His Friends and tells the story of how Fred arrives home to a cool reception from his mother initially. A meeting with Harry the snail confirms why there is so much interest in his life. How a good turn for the mother of Harry the snail in taking her to the animal hospital results in a meeting with a doctor that may change Fred's life and a party to end all parties to celebrate his return.