100 Things to Do Before High School - Say Yes to Everything for a Day Thing! (S1E4)
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.
| Runtime (min) | 21 |
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| TMDB Rating | 6.0 (2 votes) |
| Air Date | 2015-06-13 |
| Genres | Comedy, Family |
| TV Rating | TV-G |
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Storyline
Storyline
In this episode of "100 Things to Do Before High School," CJ realizes that her friend Fenwick often says the word 'no' and misses out on fun opportunities. To change this, she encourages him and their friend Crispo to embrace a day of saying 'yes' to everything. As they agree to various requests and challenges, they find themselves in unexpected and humorous situations.
However, the day takes a turn as the consequences of their enthusiastic agreement lead to a series of unplanned events. From unusual activities to unforeseen commitments, the trio learns that while being open to experiences can be exciting, it can also create problems that require creative solutions. This adventure highlights the importance of balance and thoughtful decision-making.
What Parents Say
This episode explores the theme of consent and the power of choice, reminding kids that saying 'yes' can lead to exciting adventures, but it also carries responsibilities. It provokes thought about when it’s appropriate to say yes and when to be cautious. Parents might appreciate how the storyline illustrates the importance of making informed decisions rather than impulsively agreeing to everything.
The humorous mishaps that arise from the boys’ enthusiastic acceptance of every request also serve as a valuable lesson. Parents can discuss with their children the importance of setting boundaries and recognizing their limits, even when faced with peer pressure. This episode can spark meaningful conversations about the implications of decisions.
What Children Can Learn
Throughout the episode, kids learn about the balance between adventure and responsibility. CJ, Fenwick, and Crispo's decision to say yes leads them into various scenarios, demonstrating that while new experiences can be fun, they can also come with challenges. This teaches children that every choice has consequences, and being open-minded should be balanced with critical thinking.
Moreover, the boys' journey emphasizes teamwork and collaboration. As they navigate the unexpected outcomes of their day, they rely on each other to solve problems and support one another. This reinforces the idea that friendships can grow stronger through shared experiences, even when things don’t go as planned.
Five Most Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
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| What is the main message of this episode? | The main message revolves around the idea of exploring new opportunities by saying 'yes' while also recognizing the importance of making informed decisions. CJ encourages her friends to embrace spontaneity, which leads to both exciting adventures and unexpected challenges, highlighting the need for balance in everyday choices. |
| How do the characters demonstrate the consequences of their decisions? | As CJ, Fenwick, and Crispo agree to every request, they find themselves in increasingly chaotic situations, such as participating in activities they never intended. These scenarios illustrate that saying yes can lead to fun experiences but also unexpected complications, teaching them about the impact of their choices. |
| What can kids learn about peer pressure from this episode? | The episode showcases how peer pressure can influence decisions, as Fenwick and Crispo feel compelled to agree to CJ's challenge. Through their experiences, kids learn that while it's important to be open to new experiences, they should also feel empowered to say no when necessary, reinforcing the value of personal agency. |
| How does the episode encourage teamwork? | As the boys face the fallout from their decisions throughout the day, they rely on each other to navigate the challenges. This teamwork fosters camaraderie and problem-solving, showing kids that collaboration and supporting friends can lead to overcoming obstacles together, even when things go awry. |
| What discussions can parents have with their kids after watching? | Parents can discuss the importance of setting boundaries and understanding the consequences of their choices. They might encourage conversations about when it’s appropriate to say yes or no, the role of peer pressure, and how to balance fun with responsibility, drawing lessons from the characters' experiences in the episode. |
Cast
Writing
- Nathan Knetchel — Writer
Directing
- Savage Steve Holland — Director
| 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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