Ep 12. Driving Miss Katie

Adam Burns is a dad who is managing his family life while trying to establish his own business, and the fourth season sees him continuing to adjust to fatherhood even as new challenges arise. In episode 12 of season 4 of Man With a Plan, titled "Driving Miss Katie," Adam's oldest daughter, Katie, is about to turn 16 and is anxious to get her driver's license. Adam, however, is nervous about Katie driving and tries to convince her to wait a bit longer before getting behind the wheel.

Meanwhile, Adam's wife Andi is annoyed with him because he is reluctant to let Katie drive, which causes tension between the couple. Adam is determined to set up a driving test for Katie but soon finds himself in a difficult situation when he realizes that he's not an expert on road rules. He decides to take a refresher course to brush up on his knowledge and be better equipped to teach Katie how to drive properly.

The episode also features Adam's brother, Don, who tries to help Adam by giving Katie some driving tips. Don thinks he is doing a good job, but Adam disagrees with his advice, leading to yet another argument between the brothers. In the end, Adam learns an important lesson and understands that he needs to let go of his fear and trust Katie to make responsible choices on the road.

Furthermore, we also get to see some of the other characters in the show. Adam's friend Lowell has started dating his ex-wife, which is causing Adam some discomfort. At the same time, Andi's sister, Kelly, visits from Oregon, and Andi tries to get her to stay longer by convincing her to take a job with a local company.

"Driving Miss Katie" is an episode that focuses on a universal theme: letting go. In this case, Adam must let go of his fear of his daughter learning to drive and trust her to make the right choices on the road. The episode deals with the common parental anxiety of seeing one's kids grow up and face new challenges, but it does so in a lighthearted way that balances humor and emotion.

Overall, the episode keeps the tone of the rest of the series, which is light-hearted and family-friendly, with a focus on the importance of relationships and communication. Fans of the show will enjoy seeing the continued growth of the Burns family, as well as the return of familiar characters and the introduction of new ones.