Evelyn, a burlesque queen bewitches single dad, Al and his teenage son, Fin. As they compete for her affections, old wounds are reopened over the death of Fin's mother.

This series addresses the unique academic challenges and social concerns connected with starting school, through Betsy, her family, and friends. The stories deal with real schoolroom and schoolyard situations from a child's perspective, with resolutions designed to instill confidence and social skills. Each episode teaches curriculum-based learning concepts in the subjects of reading, science, and math.