Susie Bear lives behind Addie’s home in a nearby woods. She watches her and one day decides to follow her to school to see why she is so excited. Susie Bear finds out that Addie has learned some new dance steps. Of course, a bear at school doesn’t work out well and when Susie’s mother shows up there is trouble. Fortunately, Addie is all for a friendship with Susie. Susie learns to dance and the journey of learning and growing up together begins.