100 Things to Do Before High School - Meet Your Idol Thing! (S1E22)
The friends plan to meet their idols, but when their carefully laid plans begin to unravel they realize the importance of patience.
| Runtime (min) | 23 |
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| Air Date | 2016-02-06 |
| Genres | Comedy, Family |
| TV Rating | TV-G |
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In this episode of '100 Things to Do Before High School,' the friends excitedly plan to meet their idols, each of whom has inspired them in unique ways. As they prepare for this big day, their plans start to unravel due to unforeseen circumstances, leading to a series of humorous and frustrating moments.
Through their journey, the friends learn valuable lessons about patience and adaptability. As they navigate the chaos, they discover that sometimes the best moments happen when things don’t go as planned, reinforcing the importance of staying positive and supportive of one another.
What Parents Say
This episode highlights the importance of following one's dreams and the challenges that come with them. As the friends attempt to meet their idols, viewers will see the excitement and anticipation that often accompanies such experiences. However, when things don’t go as planned, it helps to illustrate the unpredictability of life, teaching kids that not everything can be controlled.
Parents might appreciate how the characters handle their disappointment with humor and resilience. The show encourages children to keep a positive attitude even when faced with setbacks, making it a great conversation starter about managing expectations and dealing with disappointment in real-life situations.
What Children Can Learn
Throughout the episode, the friends learn that patience is key when pursuing their goals. Initially frustrated by the hiccups in their plans, they eventually realize that their time together is more valuable than the meeting itself. This lesson emphasizes that the journey can be just as important as the destination.
Additionally, the characters demonstrate the significance of teamwork and supporting one another through tough times. By the end of the episode, they understand that true friendship shines even when things don’t go perfectly, fostering a sense of camaraderie and understanding among them.
Five Most Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
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| What challenges do the friends face while trying to meet their idols? | The friends encounter several unexpected obstacles that threaten their plans, such as miscommunication and scheduling conflicts. Each character faces their own unique challenges, leading to moments of frustration and confusion. This not only adds humor to the episode but also serves as a reminder that plans can change at any moment, a reality everyone must learn to navigate. |
| How do the characters handle their disappointment? | Initially, the characters express their frustration and disappointment when things don’t go as expected. However, as the story progresses, they begin to support each other, finding ways to make the best of the situation. Their ability to uplift one another teaches kids about resilience and the importance of maintaining a positive outlook, even in the face of setbacks. |
| What is the main lesson of the episode? | The main lesson revolves around patience and adaptability. The friends learn that while they can plan for exciting experiences, they need to remain flexible when things go awry. Ultimately, they discover that the bonds of friendship and the memories they create together are far more valuable than meeting their idols. |
| How does this episode promote the value of friendship? | Throughout the episode, the friends demonstrate that true friendship means supporting each other during tough times. As they face obstacles, they realize that their shared experiences strengthen their bond. This reinforces the idea that friends can rely on one another, highlighting the importance of teamwork and togetherness in overcoming challenges. |
| Are there any humorous moments in the episode? | Yes, the episode is filled with humorous moments that arise from the characters' failed attempts to meet their idols. Their exaggerated reactions to the mishaps and the comedic situations they find themselves in provide a lighthearted tone. These funny moments not only entertain but also serve to illustrate the unpredictability of life, making the episode enjoyable for kids and parents alike. |
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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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