Ethan Porter wants to grow up to be just like his dad - until a long-lost neighbor family, the Chases, return to their farm community. Dad warns Ethan to stay away from new girl Beth Chase and not to tell Mom. His best friend Milly becomes best friends with the new kids, and Ethan's quiet life turns upside down. Ethan wants to know why Dad doesn't like Beth and why he needs to keep a secret from Mom. Even a visit from his sister...