100 Things to Do Before High School - Leave Your Mark Thing! (S1E21)
CJ, Fen and Crispo try to find their own unique ways of creating lasting memories of their time at Pootatuck.
| Runtime (min) | 23 |
|---|---|
| Air Date | 2016-01-30 |
| Genres | Comedy, Family |
| TV Rating | TV-G |
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In this heartfelt episode of '100 Things to Do Before High School,' CJ, Fen, and Crispo embark on a quest to create lasting memories of their time at Pootatuck. Each character grapples with their own unique ideas, leading to a series of humorous and touching moments as they brainstorm ways to leave their mark on the school and each other.
As they explore their individual creativity, the trio realizes that the memories they make together are what truly matter. From heartfelt gestures to quirky projects, their journey highlights the importance of friendship and the impact of shared experiences, culminating in a memorable moment that solidifies their bond.
What Parents Say
This episode highlights the significance of creating lasting memories in childhood, an essential theme for young viewers. Parents may appreciate how CJ, Fen, and Crispo navigate their emotions and ideas, showcasing the importance of friendship and creativity. It offers a wonderful opportunity for discussions about how children can express themselves and cherish their experiences.
Additionally, the episode reflects on how unique approaches to memories can foster individuality among friends. Parents can use this as a springboard to encourage their children to think outside the box and engage in creative projects, emphasizing that the process is as meaningful as the outcome.
What Children Can Learn
Kids watching this episode will learn about the value of friendship and the importance of making memories together. CJ, Fen, and Crispo demonstrate that it's not just about the final product but the fun and laughter shared during the creative process. This reinforces the idea that experiences can strengthen relationships and create lasting bonds.
Moreover, the episode encourages children to explore their own creativity and discover unique ways to express themselves. By seeing the characters' different approaches, kids will understand that there are many ways to leave a mark, inspiring them to think creatively and appreciate their own experiences.
Five Most Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
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| What creative projects do the characters undertake? | In this episode, CJ, Fen, and Crispo each come up with their own ideas for leaving a mark at Pootatuck. CJ designs a mural that reflects their experiences, Fen creates personalized farewell cards for friends, and Crispo decides to make a time capsule filled with memories. These projects highlight their individuality and showcase their unique approaches to creating lasting memories. |
| How do the characters' ideas evolve throughout the episode? | Initially, each character is determined to execute their projects independently, but as the episode progresses, they realize that collaboration enhances their creativity. They start to blend their ideas, resulting in a project that combines all their efforts. This evolution underscores the importance of teamwork and how working together can yield better outcomes than going solo. |
| What message does the episode convey about friendship? | The episode emphasizes that true friendship is about sharing experiences and supporting one another's creativity. CJ, Fen, and Crispo's journey illustrates that the memories they create together strengthen their bond. The heartfelt moments they share while working on their projects remind viewers that the connections they build with friends are what truly last. |
| Are there any funny moments that kids might enjoy? | Yes, the episode is filled with humorous moments that will resonate with kids. From Crispo's over-the-top ideas to Fen's struggles with her art supplies, there are plenty of laughs throughout. These comedic scenes not only entertain but also serve to lighten the mood, making the theme of friendship and creativity more relatable and enjoyable for young audiences. |
| How can parents encourage their kids to create their own memories? | Parents can encourage their children to think creatively by providing them with materials for arts and crafts or suggesting fun activities that involve teamwork. Discussing the importance of shared experiences can inspire kids to create their own projects, much like CJ, Fen, and Crispo. By supporting their creativity, parents can help their kids cultivate lasting memories and strengthen their friendships. |
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| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | With the pressures of high school in their near future, CJ and her two best friends decide to embark on a series of middle school adventures while they can still take risks and have fun. |
| 1 | 2 | CJ, Fen and Crispo start a garage band with hopes of winning top prize at the school's music festival. But when creative differences break up the band, CJ must find a way to reunite the team in time for their big performance. |
| 1 | 3 | The gang each sets out to conquer their fears, but when CJ is faced with talking to her 8th grade crush, she needs the help of Fenwick & Crispo to cross this item off the list. |
| 1 | 4 | CJ notices how many times Fenwick says the word "no" so she convinces the guys to say yes for the day. But while agreeing to everything that is asked of you opens new doors, it also creates unanticipated problems. |
| 1 | 5 | Hoping to insert a little magic into their middle school routine, CJ, Fen and Crispo set out to grant the wishes of some people in their lives. |
| 1 | 6 | A sleepover fund-raiser is held at school, and CJ and her pals want to stay awake for the event, but it's no easy task. |
| 1 | 7 | CJ longs for a pet, but her mom is unsure she's ready, so she makes CJ look after a flour baby to prove she's responsible. |
| 1 | 8 | CJ and her pals experiment with their wardrobes and learn about the effects clothes can have. |
| 1 | 9 | CJ works with Fen and Crispo to find out their "special thing". |
| 1 | 10 | Crispo lacks funds for a concert ticket, so his pals scheme to get him one without him knowing they paid for it. |
| 1 | 11 | CJ and the boys decide to expand their group, but making new friends throws each of them into unexpected situations. |
| 1 | 12 | The group decides to enter the science fair, but CJ cannot figure out what she wants to do and starts losing her spirit; however, Ronbie raises her spirits back up with a pep talk. Meanwhile, Fenwick builds a robot that is beaten by Mindy's better robot. Crispo tries multiple things to impress one of the judges, but repeatedly fails. Eventually, CJ figures out that she can enter her list of 100 things to do before high school because of the science of whether or not things on the list prepare someone for high school and Fenwick builds a robot that highly surpasses Mindy's, but it goes haywire and wrecks everyone's science fair projects, except Crispo's, whose science fair project ended up being himself because of what his body can do. |
| 1 | 13 | When Crispo joins the Save the Baboons club, which is ran by Mindy and Blake, CJ and Fenwick, who were not allowed to join, try to find their own clubs. Fenwick joins the Super Genius club and CJ joins the Club club, which is boring. CJ and the other club members attempt to make it cooler, but it gets taken over by Mindy and Blake's club, so CJ tries one more time in a bigger room. When Crispo discovers that the money donations for the Save the Baboons club is going toward the club's expenses rather than saving the baboons, he leaves and join CJ's Club Awesome club, which becomes a huge success. However, it becomes too much of a success after Mindy's not able to go in, despite everyone being able to join, and CJ, Fenwick, and Crispo not even being allowed to go back in due to the club reaching capacity. |
| 1 | 14 | Due to a bad childhood experience, Principal Hader cancels the Halloween carnival. CJ, Fenwick, and Crispo make it their thing to figure out why Principal Hader hates Halloween and fix it. Meanwhile, Crispo is made fun of for wearing what others perceive as a costume for little children. He then changes to a more dark costume to be cool, but later realizes that he should not change simply because somebody doesn't like a particular feature about him. |
| 1 | 15 | CJ, Fenwick, and Crispo are all sick; CJ and Fenwick are both home while Crispo wants to know what it's like to have a sick day, but his parents don't ever allow him to stay home, no matter how sick he is. Meanwhile, to keep his perfect attendance record, Fenwick has Crispo walk around with Fenwick on an iPad. Later, Fenwick gives Crispo the idea to get on a bike and go over to CJ's house to make the best of his sick day, but when Crispo gets over there, CJ's not there because she came back to school since she was feeling a lot better thanks to some disgusting green liquid medicine her parents forced her to take earlier. |
| 1 | 16 | CJ challenges her friends to sit at another lunch table during lunchtime and see how events occur differently. |
| 1 | 17 | CJ and her friends discover the challenges of taking care of themselves when they find that they are home alone for the night |
| 1 | 18 | CJ and the boys decide to make their voices heard during the 7th grade elections; a friendly competition turns negative |
| 1 | 19 | When a simple lie morphs into an out of control event, CJ and the boys discover the power of words and the messy business surrounding lies, truths and the consequences of telling both. |
| 1 | 20 | The children are ready to redeem their rewards for a school achievement trip to the water park, but their "pootybucks" go missing. |
| 1 | 21 | CJ, Fen and Crispo try to find their own unique ways of creating lasting memories of their time at Pootatuck. |
| 1 | 22 | The friends plan to meet their idols, but when their carefully laid plans begin to unravel they realize the importance of patience. |
| 1 | 23 | The gang becomes inspired by the fact that it takes 10,000 hours to master something, so they decide to master their own things. |
| 1 | 24 | Crispo attempts to overcome his fear of asking for help in class; CJ volunteers to escort fifth grade students through the school; Fenwick tries to become the high five king of middle school. |
| 1 | 25 | After Ronbie's girlfriend dumps him, CJ and the boys decide to take the initiative and get their hearts broken. |
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