The unifying element is that the stories are introduced and commented on by The Cat in the Hat (performed by Bruce Lanoil) who serves as host of the show.

The season is notable for hewing closely to many of the themes of the original Dr. Seuss stories, with each episode possessing a strong moral overtone.

The action shifts between The Cat in the Hat and what is going on in his playhouse and shorter related story interludes, which he shows to the audience by means of his "Wubbuloscope".

These story vignettes take place in various locations like: Writers hired for the season included Adam Felber and Mo Rocca.

A similar episode format was featured in Jim Henson Productions' next children's program Bear in the Big Blue House, which aired on Disney Channel.