The story "Siesta" is about a young girl named Maria who lives in a small village in Spain. She is excited to take a siesta with her family, but her mother tells her that she must stay awake and help with the chores. Maria is disappointed, but she obeys her mother. Later, Maria's grandmother comes to visit and tells her that she can take a siesta if she wants. Maria is overjoyed and takes a nap with her grandmother. When she wakes up, she is refreshed and ready to help with the chores. In the end, Maria learns the importance of taking a break and appreciates the value of a siesta.