The program uses a birthday theme, inviting children to help the people of Cloud Town prepare a birthday party surprise for Guthry the Giant. When magic beans are planted, a giant beanstalk grows and takes the classroom to Cloud Town, reminding one of Jack and the Beanstalk. However, Guthry the Giant is a very gentle and benevolent fellow, not the bloodthirsty type of fairy-tale fame. The guide throughout the program, as in all of the Jump Start series, is Hopsalot the Rabbit. This is a plus with small children, as a familiar character can ease their transition into a new program.
Children can also hear songs about shapes and numbers after they finish skywriting.
The graphic organizer, Venn Diagram, is used most effectively in this part of the program as the child must help the Popsalot family blow up and sort balloons for Guthry's party. Also comprehensively covered are skills such as counting, addition, subtraction, sequences and patterns, and measurement. The program is easy for young children to navigate and operate. Audible directions and a vivid graphical interface help the children through the program. The software allows children to make decisions as they explore and complete activities according to their own desires.