JK's House (2013) - full transcript
Blending family values and life lessons with music and dance, JK's House entertains while teaching kids important life lessons about such topics as being thankful, patience, manners, caring, sharing, family focused and much more.
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[no audible dialog]
{JK narrating]
Welcome to JK's house.
Hi, I'm JK, and that's
my mom, Dr. Amber Jenkins.
Thank you for helping me
with the groceries.
You have
such great manners.
Mom is always busy
being a doctor,
and she has tons of rules.
[sighs]
JK, is that
your sister Alex?
I think so.
Mm-hmm.
Would you please go upstairs
and tell her to come downstairs
and help us
unpack the groceries
before the guests come?
Yes, ma'am.
JK, no running.
Yes, ma'am.
See what I mean?
No running, no laughing,
no playing, no fun.
[door opens]
That's my grandpa.
He says he can fix anything
and out-dance anyone.
All he needs is a toolbox
and dancing shoes.
Thought I heard
something out here.
Well, how's
my favorite daughter?
Mom's his favorite daughter,
but we all know who his
favorite person is.
Look, how about
this dance, shall we?
No, Dad,
I don't have time for this.
My book club meeting
is starting in a minute.
Mom wishes
he would take it easy,
but Grandpa wishes
Mom would have more fun.
Come on, you don't
want to dance
with your old man?
That's the only
dance move Mom knows.
I hate it.
Let me show you
what my move is.
Oh, my--
One more turn.
There we go.
Okay.
Now watch
me move.
Oh, Dad.
Let's go in the house.
Come on, inside.
You don't want to dance
with your old man.
No, Dad.
That's all right.
[chuckles]
{JK narrating]
That's Alex, my big sister.
Cheerleading is her life.
Hey, guys.
Hey, mom.
Well, hello,
cheerbabies.
She and her friends
practice all the time,
and I mean always.
So Alex, what the rule
about having company over?
I know, Mom,
but we really had
to practice our routine.
Alex.
No company over
unless you're home.
{JK narrating]
Our friends barely get
to have fun when Mom's here.
But since you guys
are here,
can you run out
and grab the groceries?
My book club meeting
starts at 6:00.
{JK narrating]
See? Everybody
does chores here,
even other people's children.
Grandpa, didn't the doctor
say take it easy?
Take it easy?
I'm going to make you
mop this floor.
I'll take that as a no.
Grandpa.
Don't run
in the house, baby.
No running!
[woman singing,
blues music]
Come here.
Did you get me
anything for my birthday?
Now you know grandpa
don't dance and tell.
Can't do that.
That's Grandma.
I haven't seen him move
like that since 1932.
Or is it 1392?
Baby, when was it
that you broke your hip?
She thinks Grandpa
is too old to be
doing so much.
JK.
Come over here and give
your grandma some sugar.
JK, you know what?
I think our company
is going to be coming soon,
so why don't you go
and finish your chores?
{JK narrating]
Finishing chores is the most
important thing ever.
She said the chore word.
[Grandma]
Let us know if you need
anything else, dear.
She would home school us
if she could,
just so we can be around
to do more chores.
Mom's book club is today,
so the house
has to be extra clean,
and us kids have to be
extra quiet.
[doorbell]
Coming, coming!
I hope we don't make
too much noise.
[door opens]
You can start
the party without me.
He means we
can't start the drama.
I'm Tyler.
I'm ready to party!
Every day is a party
in his mind.
And who is
this fine, lovely lady?
Oh, I am
Dr. Amber Jenkins,
and I am pleased
to meet you.
I don't know if
a book club meeting
is a party,
but I'm happy to meet you,
you party animal.
[boy]
Nice to have you
in the neighborhood, Doc.
Mom.
Yes, yes, honey.
Can we go upstairs
and finish practicing?
We are done in the kitchen.
Please, Dr. Jenkins?
Only a few weeks
until the competition,
and Kim here needs
all the practice
she can get.
Kim? The whole squad
needs practice.
I mean, just--
a little quiet
guys, quiet.
Hoo, hoo, hoo.
Hey, James.
{JK narrating]
He only comes for the food.
James, you
are not eating
the food.
Welcome to JK's house,
where manners rule.
Someone needs
to tell that to my dad.
What?
Hey, guys.
[crowd greeting
each other]
Hey, guys.
Want to see something cool?
[kids agree]
Follow me.
The guacamole
is great.
I made it just
for you, James.
All right.
Oh, have a seat.
Great.
[singing]
My name
is James. What?
My name is James.
What?
{JK narrating]
Maybe Mr. James
should be upstairs
helping with the cheer squad.
Hey, James.
Thank you.
Thank you for that
wonderful ice breaker.
Thank you.
Did everybody
bring their book?
I sure did.
James, that's not the book.
Oh, yeah, yeah.
Cliff Notes version of
How To Be
a Successful Mother.
Yeah, I read
the whole thing.
Where should
we start?
At the beginning.
Oh, chapter one.
[whimsical dance music]
Hey, you want to make up
a song with me?
[kids agree]
[all kids]
One, two,
one, two three!
* Listen to the rhythm
Listen to the beat *
* Introduce yourself
on the count of three *
One, two,
one, two, three!
* My name is JK
* I like to dance.
My name is Max.
I like to beat.
My name is Tyler.
Honey, I am the man.
The man playing a crayon.
One, two,
one, two, three!
* Listen to the rhythm
Listen to the beat *
* Introduce yourself
on the count of three *
One, two,
one, two, three!
What do you like
to do, Leah?
Um, I don't know.
[JK narrating]
She's got to be kidding me.
Well, not really.
I like to--
[all]
She likes to--
I like to--
[all]
She likes to--
[JK narrating]
She likes to mess up
our songs.
[all]
Come on, Leah!
Come on, Leah!
[cell phone ringing]
Hello?
Okay, guys, I got to go.
It's my agent.
[JK narrating]
His agent can smell drama.
[sobbing]
I just realized...
my emotional ups and downs
are tied
to my childbearing.
Okay, James?
I'm quite certain it was
your wife, Alyssa,
who did the childbearing.
Not you.
Then why am I
having contractions?
[Alyssa]
Hello? Hello, James?
Guacamole dip.
You're on your
third helping.
That's--
[stomach growls]
Bathroom?
Upstairs, James.
Thank you.
Yes.
Oh, my gosh.
He really
does bring up
a good point, though.
If you think about what
we were talking about
in the beginning of the book,
[banging]
Did you guys hear that?
Yeah.
I think it's JK
and her friends
making a lot of noise.
Excuse me for one minute.
And I will check
on your husband.
Oops, it looks like
we did make
too much noise.
JK!
We were having
so much fun...
we didn't notice
my Mom at all.
JK!
Mom, you're supposed
to say "Excuse me."
Excuse me.
You're supposed to be
using your inside voices, guys.
So everybody do everything
just a little more softly.
Okay, Max?
On the drums.
Kennedy, a little softer
on the tambourine,
all right?
[kids shouting]
Yes, Dr. Jenkins.
[JK narrating]
Rock stars can't be quiet.
It's time to move
this party outside.
Want to go outside?
Yeah!
Let's go outside!
[JK narrating]
She can't tell us no running
when company is over.
[James]
Oh, man.
I thought I was going
to fall in there
for a second.
[JK narrating]
I hope it's not my day
to clean the bathroom.
[man singing]
Really, I hope you
had a good time.
So if we just meet back here
at the same time
next Thursday?
Yes? Okay?
Perfect.
[whispers]
Maybe James won't come.
Just kidding.
Shall we?
Think so.
[JK narrating]
My friends and I
love to play outside.
We can be loud
and run around
as much as we want.
Manners rule inside,
but fun rules outside.
That face means
her grass is ruined.
That was
a funny day, huh?
Yes, ma'am.
Did you have
a good time?
Yes, ma'am.
You know, I think
that we should talk
about your birthday party.
I can have
a sleepover?
Okay, I don't know
about that.
I mean, it's a little hectic
around here with us
just moving in.
Plus, Mommy is trying
to expand her business.
She gets to work
from home.
Why did we have
to move here anyways,
especially
on my birthday.
Excuse me,
young lady.
I think that you
should be a little
more thankful.
I mean, it's not
everyday that you
get a new house,
and new friends, right?
I guess you're right.
I think I am right.
And I think I'm right
about you having
to go to bed.
It's pretty late.
Okay?
All right. I'll come up
and kiss you goodnight.
Goodnight.
Oh, you guys already
set the table for Mom.
It looks great.
Just remember
that the glasses always
go above the knives,
and the knife
should point
towards the plate.
[Grandpa]
I knew that. Huh?
Yes, Grandpa.
Come on. Let's you and I
go outside and play.
There you go.
Good girl.
Let's go.
What do you want
to play today, huh?
You want
to jump rope?
Yes.
Okay.
[Leah]
Want to jump rope with me?
No, not really.
What's wrong?
Tomorrow is my birthday,
and I'm not having
a slumber party.
Oh.
What were you whispering
about yesterday?
I can't tell you.
It's a secret.
But you told
everyone else.
I know, but I
can't tell you, JK.
Why not?
JK, you got
to trust me.
We're best friends,
remember?
I don't want
to play anymore.
Hey, that wasn't
very nice.
That's not like her
at all.
It's okay. I got
to go home and do
my homework anyway.
See you later,
Dr. Jenkins.
Bye, Leah.
[JK narrating]
Grandma decided to give me
a talk during snack time.
I hate living here.
Leah and the other kids
don't like me.
My dear, I think
you're mistaken.
What makes you say
something like that?
Well, when they
were over here yesterday,
I think they were
whispering about me.
Now, did you ask?
Of course.
Well...
I think you need
to ask again.
Ask again?
[JK narrating]
What's that going to do?
But this time,
really listen.
[JK narrating]
Maybe she's right.
I don't think this
is about Leah, anyway,
is it?
No, I was hoping
to have a slumber party.
JK, stop worrying.
What you need to do
is just learn to be
a little more thankful
for the things you
already have.
No friends, no sleepover?
Yes, ma'am.
Yep, I'm thankful all right.
Think about it,
sweetie.
Things could always
be worse.
[JK narrating]
Worse? How could
things get worse?
It might take a little
bit of time for my patients--
[JK narrating]
A cupcake?
That's my birthday breakfast ?
Mom, is this for me?
Shh, honey, I'm
on the phone.
Oh, strawberry icing.
[JK narrating]
No, she did not just
steal my birthday cupcake.
Whose birthday?
Mine.
Well, congratulations,
kiddo,
but we're trying
to practice.
Stay out of the way.
[JK narrating]
No way. They're so busy,
they forgot my birthday?
JK, why don't you go
in the living room, okay?
Yes, ma'am.
It's going to be
a great idea.
So you want to go
another round,
you sore loser?
I'm only a sore loser
because you cheated.
This is why grandparents
shouldn't play video games.
Beating you is
easier than baking
an apple pie.
I do not
have to cheat.
I know they
will remember my birthday.
Did you come for my
birthday party, or did
you forget, too?
Birthday?
Whose birthday?
JK's. Don't you remember?
Who's JK?
I'm JK.
Oh, someone
has an attitude here.
But don't worry.
Let me get
my tool belt.
Not having a slumber party
doesn't mean
you can't still have fun
with your family, right?
I guess you're right.
Things could always
be worse.
Whoa, she was right.
Come here,
my little sweetheart.
I'm so proud of you.
My little angel
is turning seven.
Daddy, I wish
I could be more
like you and Mom.
Well, couldn't nobody
out-dance me
and your mom.
Daddy, you know
that's not what I mean.
I mean, I--
I really like
being a doctor,
but sometimes I think
I'm not there enough
for the kids.
But you are.
You're teaching them
that with a little
elbow grease,
they can
accomplish anything.
I guess you're right.
Yeah.
You know,
the truth is that...
you're just not
taking time out
for yourself.
You're just like
a little hammer.
You're just pounding
and pounding
and pounding
and pounding
and pounding
and pounding away.
You don't take time
to get polished.
You know what, Daddy?
I think that you
could solve all
the world's problems
from right there,
that tool belt.
Yeah, that's right,
Dr. Jenkins.
With a set of tools
and a few dance moves,
shoot, I could
fix anything.
[JK narrating]
The world? I just hope
he can fix my birthday.
[phone ringing]
Hello, JK's residence.
Well, happy birthday, JK.
Hi, Grandma!
You remembered.
You know I could never
forget about you, JK.
I guess
you're right.
I was hoping
to have a slumber party,
but Mom said no.
It's okay, though.
It could definitely
be worse.
That's the spirit,
my little angel.
Listen, tell your mom...
[JK narrating]
Okay, Grandma remembers,
but I wonder if anyone
else does.
Okay, bye.
Happy birthday,
my big girl.
[JK narrating]
Here comes Mom. Uh-oh.
I forgot to clean
something, didn't I?
And part of growing up
is learning to be grateful
for the things you do have.
Leah is here.
I guess you're right.
Yeah?
[Leah]
Are you still mad at me?
No, I'm sorry
about yesterday, Leah.
Best friends?
Yeah, best friends.
Are you ready
to hear the secret?
No, it's okay.
You're my best friend.
Come on.
I can't wait
to show you this.
[JK narrating]
I wonder what
the secret is.
Bye.
Happy Birthday, JK!
[JK narrating]
Whoa! All of my friends
are here.
They remembered.
This is going to be
the best party ever.
This is the big secret
we were whispering about.
[cheering, dancing
to pop music]
Happy birthday, JK!
[cheering]
[pop music resumes]
[JK narrating]
We rocked out all day.
This definitely beats
a slumber party.
We even had a magician.
You've got a big cake,
but can I make
you a special cake?
Yeah!
A very special cake.
Now I know you all
are going to say
this is not magic water,
but really, this is
invisible water.
Invisible water?
I'm seven, not three.
It is completely,
completely invisible.
Now, what?
I saw the lid.
I saw it.
You evidently was not looking
when I hypnotized everybody.
Look back at it.
Now look very carefully.
The water
is completely invisible.
Now, once we get
the water in there,
we have to use
a little fire.
Now, kids at home,
do not try this trick.
Fire is very dangerous.
It can burn you,
because it burns
me all the time.
Here's what we're
going to do.
We're going to get it going
at about 350 degrees.
Once you get it going,
you take--
[children]
No!
[children shouting]
Yeah, y'all just
seeing things.
I don't know
what the problem is.
Now we have
to use a top.
What kind of cake
y'all like?
[children]
Chocolate!
Everybody to count
to five.
Ready? One, two,
three, four, five.
Abracadabra!
Ta-da!
[children cheer]
I wanted to keep
the bunny as a present,
but Mom said no.
Misty the Magic Rabbit!
[children cheering]
[JK narrating]
What if you trade Alex?
Grandpa said a party
just isn't a party
without a soul train line.
I hope Grandpa doesn't hop in
and throw out his hip again.
That was a nice day.
Did you learn
about anything
today, guys?
I did.
You did?
To be grateful.
For what you have, hmm?
Yep.
I think the most
important thing
is just the friends
and family
that you have,
that you love,
you know?
It's not about
the material things
or who has the most.
You know?
It's kind of like
who has the most
love, right?
And the most friends.
Yes, ma'am.
And I've got
the prettiest girls
in the world.
I'm happy about that.
I had the most fun
at the party.
And I love you.
I love you, too.
My sister
is the typical teenager.
Clothes, boys, cheer,
and dances rule her life.
That is so pretty.
I know.
My mom would never
let me wear something
like that.
Why not?
It's not too revealing.
Well, I'll tell
you what.
Why don't you call
your mom,
and you ask her
if you can wear that.
Well, being that I'm partial
to seeing the light of day,
how about no?
Whatever.
Alex has a dance coming up,
and she's been looking
for the perfect dress
for weeks.
Oh, Summer,
Summer, look
at this one.
Oh, my gosh, Alex.
That's it.
That's your dress.
Oh.
Oh, no.
$348? Where am I
going to get that
kind of money from?
[JK narrating]
If she sells
her whole closet,
she could get the money.
The boys always want
to play sword fighting games.
Us girls like
to play calmer games,
like tea party and dress up.
Hey, guys.
Want to play dress up?
I do.
Me, too.
You're at the edge
of my sword, Tyler.
Nonsense, Sir Maximus.
Soon you'll fall,
and I'll take the ladies
from your evilness.
Boys, we want
to play dress up,
and you're in the way.
[JK narrating]
I wish he would save us
from this craziness.
It's a girls' room.
No! No!
Well, fine,
but if you want
to stay, then...
you're going to have
to play dress up, too.
[JK narrating]
Boys? Playing dress up?
This should be fun.
Well, we
warned you.
[woman singing]
[kids chanting]
Algerian, Syrian,
Lithuanian, Romanian,
* We all pray
for a better tomorrow *
* Hebrew, Aborigine
* We all laugh
in the same language *
[chanting]
Alsatian, Croatian,
Russian, Prussian
* Our hearts beat
in the same rhythm *
[chanting]
Hopi, Cherokee,
Navajo, Seminole.
* We all love
in the same language *
[chanting]
American, Canadian,
Mexican, Arcadian.
[children shouting]
Hey, that's not like JK
not to clean up
after herself.
[JK narrating]
Mom wanted to spend
more time at home,
so she decided to talk
to her patients
on her computer screen.
[computer beeping]
Hey, sounds like
the health monitoring
system is working.
[man]
Amber, are you there?
James?
Alyssa, honey,
how do you get
this webcam working?
James?
James, can you
hear me?
Amber, I hear you.
Where-- where are you?
I'm right here, James.
Just a little down
and to the left.
Down?
Yeah, keep coming
a little bit lower.
Okay, okay.
Hey!
Hey!
There you are.
Hi, James.
This webcam thing
really works
pretty good, huh?
Yeah, it works.
Can you hear me?
Yes, I can, James.
Loud and clear.
I was doing some yardwork,
and I caught a rash.
So, you know,
that sounds
like an allergy.
I'm usually not allergic
to doing the yard.
I'm usually--
Yeah, but James,
allergies can just
sort of pop up anytime.
I'm betting that
it's poison ivy
or poison oak.
Oh, I've heard of that.
Yeah.
So what do we do?
All right, so tell me.
Was it, um-- is it
four leaves or five?
Do you remember?
I think it was four.
Okay, so that's
poison ivy.
So I will just
send a prescription
via email.
In the meantime,
no scratching
or anything, okay?
Because I don't
want it to spread.
Yeah, I gotcha.
Say hi to Alyssa for me,
your beautiful wife.
Bye-bye.
It will be fine.
Yeah, it will be all right.
Bye, James.
Bye.
[clears throat]
Hey, Mom.
Hey, honey.
[clears throat]
[JK narrating]
Looks like Alex
has a plan for her dress.
Allie, this
is going to--
Before you say anything,
I know the dress
is expensive, but...
Summer and I
have already
come up with a plan.
She's decided to split
her babysitting shifts
with me.
[JK narrating]
Summer must either be
a good friend
or really weird.
He said I could tutor
there on Saturdays.
I'm impressed.
You're taking
all this initiative,
and doing this
on your own.
Very good.
Hey, bye, guys.
See you later.
[JK narrating]
Oh, my gosh.
My mom is going
to be so mad.
I've got to get
this cleaned up
before she sees it.
Hey, JK,
I wanted to know
if you wanted some cookies.
[JK narrating]
Uh-oh, too late.
Maybe she won't notice?
Oh, my God.
Okay, JK,
what were
you thinking?
You have all
the clothes out
of your closet.
Every book
off the shelf.
What were you
doing in here?
[JK narrating]
Never mind.
You've got
to be kidding me.
You've got
a trash can.
Why do you
have this on the floor?
[JK narrating]
I didn't do this
by myself.
Gosh, what is this?
[JK narrating]
So that's where
my sticky green glue went.
You and I
are going to have a talk.
[JK narrating]
Oh, great.
Now I'm going to get it.
Come.
Listen to me.
You can't make
a mess like this.
Do you understand?
You have better manners
than this, young lady.
All right?
I am going to help you
clean this room,
but the next time
you make a mess
like this,
you are cleaning it up
all by yourself,
do you understand me?
[JK narrating]
Oh, I understand.
This is why boys
should never, ever
play dress up.
Okay, let's start.
You get the books.
I'll get the clothes.
Yes, ma'am.
[scoffs]
[woman singing
It's a Perfect Day ]
Oh, God,
it's so hot out there.
Hey, Mom.
I think this
is the last bunch.
Are those the flowers
for the neighborhood
plant association sale?
Yes, ma'am.
And aren't they beautiful?
Yes, they really are.
Hey, Mom.
Hey, sweetie.
Kiss.
Good-bye.
Hey, Grandma.
Hey, baby.
See you later.
Bye.
She has been in
and out like that
all week long,
just trying to earn
enough money to buy
a particular dress
for the spring formal.
It costs over $300.
$300.
$300.
You know?
Your father
once wanted
this tool set
that cost
about $300
years ago.
What happened?
He bought
my wedding ring, instead.
Oh, smart man!
He better have.
Tool set.
Tool set.
[JK narrating]
Grandpa loves to tell stories,
and he's always
teaching us new things.
And when
the sunshine come out,
they will grow
into a nice, big watermelon.
[both]
Wow!
I want you to raise
your right hand
and repeat after me.
All right.
I, your name,
[both]
I, your name.
No, no, no.
Your name,
your name, okay?
Let's try it again.
I, your name.
I, JK.
I, Leah.
Surely do promise.
Surely do promise.
To shimsham
in the sunshine.
To shimsham
in the sunshine.
And to du-wop
in the dirt.
And to du-wop
in the dirt.
[JK narrating]
We know he's making it up,
but we just pretend
to make him feel better.
Congratulations, girls.
You are now
the newest members
of the super goddess club.
How about that?
All right.
[man singing
"Morning Has Come"]
[JK narrating]
Alex had to work really hard
to pay for her dress.
I didn't think
she had it in her,
but she and Summer babysat,
and they both worked hard.
Well, we're just
kind of babysitting.
[JK narrating]
They were tired, but were
able to make a lot of money.
Great, what did I do
with my keys?
Oh, okay.
Amber?
You guys are back
from the mall already?
So babysitting treated
you well, I take it.
It was actually
kind of fun.
And we got to work
on our cheer routines
while babysitting.
Good job, but that's
not the pink dress
you wanted.
Well, I couldn't save
enough money,
so I had to go
with my second choice.
I got
a different dress, too.
That way I could afford
the matching shoes.
Matching shoes.
I'm proud of you guys.
Matching shoes.
Good job.
[JK narrating]
Meanwhile, our guessing game
wasn't going so well.
[boy]
That is a dinosaur.
Is that a cactus?
[all laugh]
I don't know
what that blue thing is,
but that is a monkey
fish frog.
Okay, it is, um--
It's one of those snakes
that go
[biting sound]
And they go
ps-ssssss.
No, Tyler,
it's a rabbit.
[JK narrating]
Ding, ding, ding,
we have a winner.
Come on, guys.
Let's go jump rope
outside.
First we need
to clean up in here,
and then we can.
Didn't your mom
just leave?
We'll clean up later.
[JK narrating]
Clean up later?
They must not
know my mom.
If we don't clean up,
I'm going to be
in big trouble.
But playing outside
does sound like fun.
Oh, well.
Wait for me.
[woman singing]
[JK narrating]
Tyler has officially
lost his mind.
[silly noises]
[JK narrating]
Is he crazy?
That's Alex's dress.
You shouldn't play
with Alex's dress.
JK, go
for a pass.
Remember the rules?
Yeah, JK's house,
where manners rule.
So join the fun
with me.
Hey, Max.
JK, Alex's dress!
My God.
Look at what
you guys did.
[JK narrating]
Oh, my God is right.
I think it's time
for me to head home, now.
Yeah, uh...
Yeah, I'm going
to just, uh...
[JK narrating]
Now he has nothing to say?
Yeah, uh...
Bye.
[JK narrating]
Oh, no, they didn't.
How am I supposed
to clean this up?
What do I do?
JK, what's all
the commotion in here?
[JK narrating]
Uh-oh, Grandma's coming.
Board games?
Really? I could have swore
I heard a lot of noise.
Yeah, really.
Why is this place
such a mess?
You're supposed to clean up
behind yourselves.
We can explain.
Yeah, we can.
Kennedy kept wanting
to play ball, but she--
Well, do you think
Kennedy's house
looks like this?
Guess not.
I guess not.
You're supposed to do
what you know is right.
Yes, Grandma.
That way, you don't risk
getting in trouble.
Yes, Grandma.
Now I suggest you two
clean up this mess
before your mom gets home.
[both]
Yes, ma'am.
[JK narrating]
That was a close one.
Now about that dress...
We tried everything we could
to fix that dress.
Wite-out, crayons,
even paint,
but nothing really worked.
That looks better,
doesn't it?
It doesn't.
Oh, no, my sister
is going to kill me.
[JK narrating]
If Grandma doesn't
get me first.
Oh, no.
I didn't mean to.
She didn't mean to.
It was a complete mistake.
Your sister is going
to be so upset.
What do I do?
I know one thing.
That stain
is not coming out.
I have to buy her
a new dress, but
I don't have any money.
Me, neither.
I guess I'll
have to help.
[JK narrating]
Thank goodness for Grandma.
We can have
a bake sale.
We'll do it
when we have the plant sale.
Oh, thanks, Grandma.
But you're going
to have to work
very, very hard.
Whatever it takes.
Good, because first,
you have to march out there
and tell your sister
what you did.
[JK narrating]
Is she crazy?
I just turned seven.
I'd like to turn eight, too.
[JK narrating]
Alex is out there
breaking it down.
I just hope she
doesn't break me down
when she finds out
about this dress.
Well, hello, girls.
Hey.
Yeah.
A-Alex?
[JK narrating]
If I back out now,
I can be in China
before she finishes
practicing, right?
What's up, JK?
I have something
to tell you and it's not good.
[JK narrating]
I've got to tell her now.
What do you mean?
Well...
I spilled a glass
of fruit juice,
and I ruined
your new dress.
You what?
You ruined my new dress.
Yes, it was
a complete mistake.
Do you realize
how hard I worked
to get that dress, JK?
How could you?
It can be fixed.
I'll make it up to you.
[scoffs]
I will never forgive you, JK.
[JK narrating]
I felt horrible
about Alex's dress
and wouldn't leave my room.
Mom decided to come
and give me a pep talk.
[JK sobbing]
Sweetie, do you want
to talk about it?
No.
Okay.
Well, what
do you plan to do?
I'll never be able
to come up with enough money
to buy Alex's dress
in time.
No, no, no.
I think that's nonsense.
No, even if you don't,
I think it's much more
important
to take responsibility
for your actions.
But I didn't spill
the juice on the dress.
It was Kennedy,
Tyler, and Max.
Oh, Kennedy, Tyler,
and Max, huh? Hmm.
Well, you know what?
Sit up.
Kennedy, Tyler,
and Max
were guests of JK
at JK's house.
Yes.
Mm-hmm.
But I tried
to stop them.
I guess I didn't try
hard enough.
Well, I think it's
very important
to be a leader, you know.
And you've got
to lead well
and let other people
follow you in doing
the right thing.
And certainly, you should
never follow them
in doing the wrong thing.
I think we
should get some sleep.
We have got
a big day ahead of us.
We? You said
that the next time
I made a mess,
I had to clean it
all up by myself.
Yes, I did say that.
But you are going
to need all the help
you can get.
[JK narrating]
Mom's not strict all the time.
Actually, she can be
pretty nice.
What would I do
without her?
Definitely not chores.
[woman singing
"Imagine All Your Tears"]
[no audible dialog]
[no audible dialog]
Okay, you all ready
to work?
I have the flour.
Good.
I have the sugar.
And when life
serves you lemons...
make
lemonade!
[JK narrating]
Grandma, Leah, and I
quickly got to work
making cookies
for the bake sale.
You got it, Leah?
Okay, that's enough,
that's enough. Good.
[JK narrating]
Grandma is a good teacher
and we had fun
baking with her.
[all]
...five, six, seven,
eight, nine, ten.
[Grandma]
It's mixed up.
I need to know
where is the milk?
Would you stop
walking around
with that sign?
I need some milk.
Milk? There's
the milk, Grandma.
And that's going
to be smoother.
Smooth.
Can I do it?
Can I do it?
Yes, okay.
One... good.
Be careful.
T-two...
Spread them out,
not too close.
Three...
Not too close.
We have to separate them.
Here we go.
Open up the oven.
Be careful, JK.
It's hot.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
Watch your hand.
It's hot.
[JK narrating]
Our cookies started
selling like crazy.
We began making money
in no time.
[Grandpa]
Is that the last
of the cookies?
Yep, last set.
Only $3 for two cookies.
But we still need $50.
This here is the last
of the cookies, right?
That's it.
That's the last one.
Yes.
These cookies
are as good
as they want to be.
Look, you know what?
I could eat
these cookies
all day long.
But I'll tell you what.
I'll give you $3 for one.
I'll give you $7.
Fifteen, fifteen.
Come on, you know
these cookies smell good.
I'll tell you
what I'm going to do.
I'm going
to give you $25.
How about that?
Thirty-five.
$50.
Mr. James could probably
go without a few cookies.
We did it!
[JK narrating]
Thanks to Grandma and Grandpa,
we were able to get
all the money we needed.
You take the twenties,
I'll take the others.
Okay.
Okay, girls.
We have to hurry.
The stores close at 6:00.
We have plenty of money.
We did it.
Let's go.
We did it!
We did it!
Come on, girls. Hurry.
[cell phone rings]
-Hello?
-Hey.
Hey, Summer.
Are you sure
you won't go, Alex?
I have a dress you can borrow.
It's not as nice
as the other, but...
You don't understand.
I worked so hard
for that dress,
and now it's ruined.
It wouldn't be the same.
Okay, stay there.
I'll be right over .
[JK narrating]
Alex was still upset
about her dress,
but we had something
that would cheer her up.
Haven't you done
enough already?
Thanks to Grandpa...
we had more
than enough money...
to buy the dress...
that you
really wanted.
[all]
Ta-da!
Oh, my God.
Summer, look.
It's your dress!
JK?
I'm sorry
that I ruined
your dress, Alex.
[gasps]
And what else?
Looks like we
won't be playing
at the house anymore.
That's right.
Come on, Alex.
Let me help you
put this beautiful
dress on.
And I've got a camera, okay?
I want to take a picture
of you in that dress.
Go upstairs, guys.
Go, go, go.
[JK narrating]
Alex looked beautiful
in her dress.
She couldn't believe
we actually got the one
she wanted.
I'm glad she's not mad
at me anymore.
[man singing
pop music]
[JK narrating]
She and her friends had fun.
[dance music]
I had a nice day
with you girls.
Did you learn
any lessons today?
Yeah, I learned
how to forgive.
And what
did you learn, JK?
I learned
how to clean my room.
All right, you know?
And how about overall
to take responsibility
for your actions?
Mm-hmm.
Mm-hmm.
That's a big one.
Learning that lesson
will carry you far.
I love you guys.
[JK narrating]
I learned a lot
about responsibility.
Okay, let's try that.
Ready?
Five, six, seven, eight.
[JK narrating]
Alex and her friends
were busy
practicing for cheer,
like always.
It's high V, low T.
That looks like
a fun routine.
We're actually
choreographing
a routine
for our Junior Pep Squad
tryouts next week.
Junior Pep Squad?
Yeah, it's where
little girls
just like you
get to dance
and cheer with us.
Cool, can I try out?
It's pretty competitive.
You'd have to work
really hard.
Then you'd have to ask Mom
to sign a permission slip.
I could do it.
Here's a list of the things
you have to know
by next week.
Okay.
Leah and I wonder
why they practice so much.
...seven, eight.
Come on crowd,
let's shout it out.
I couldn't wait
to ask Mom
about joining
the Junior Pep Squad.
This new site is--
Mom.
Oh, honey. I'm just
on the phone, okay?
[JK narrating]
Oh, she's on the phone.
We need to speed her up.
I just--
I wasn't convinced
it was going to work,
but now, I don't know,
it just seems perfect.
Do you know
how many calls
I'm getting now?
Yes, I had
the idea...
but I had no idea
it was going to go off
so quickly, you know?
I think it all started
with my friend James.
He went to the site
and he signed on
and he told somebody
and next thing I knew
everybody was just there.
Okay, so this weekend
I'll ask her.
I'm sure they'll
want to do it.
All right, perfect.
Thank you so much. Bye.
Mom.
Bye.
Wow, that's impressive.
What do you want?
[JK narrating]
What do I want? Well...
Ah...
Will you sign
this permission slip?
Permission slip.
All right, so do you
understand that this
is a lot of responsibility?
Yes.
And if you
make the team,
you have
to follow through.
I promise.
Okay, then I think
it will be good for you
to learn something new.
The answer is yes.
Yes!
I was going to do
whatever it takes
to make this pep squad.
Go practice or rehearse
or do whatever
you young cheerleaders do.
[JK narrating]
Alex isn't the only one
who can cheer.
Hmm, dirty hands and all.
First front kick,
the T, High-V...
[JK narrating]
This list sounds
like a video game manual.
And something
called a herky?
I think that's a jump.
I don't know
what any of this means.
And finally,
you have to do
a tumbling move.
Oh, boy.
I'm in some serious trouble.
What are we going to do?
I should
be getting home.
I told my mama
I would be home soon.
Don't worry, JK.
We'll figure
something out.
[JK narrating]
We? You mean me.
Looks like I'm
on my own for now.
So young lady?
Everything going
okay up there?
Yep, never better.
Never better.
I was talking to Gary
on the phone,
and he told me
he's going to be
really busy this week,
a lot of meetings.
So he was hoping
that his daughter, Jasmine,
and maybe play with you
and Leah during the day.
What do you think?
Okay.
Okay?
I'm counting
on you guys
to be very,
very nice to her.
Make her feel all warm
and welcome.
What do you think?
Okay, yeah.
Yeah?
Yeah.
Then go practice,
Miss Cheerleader?
Yes...
[JK narrating]
Making this pep squad
is going to be
harder than I thought.
I practiced as hard
as I could on my own.
Even though I barely know
what the words mean,
I could try, right?
Okay, maybe I should
save the split for later.
I think I'm getting dizzy.
By the end, I was tired.
Grandma decided to come up
and give me some advice.
Cheerleading is harder
than I thought.
Looks like you could use
a little bit of help.
What you doing
up here by yourself?
I wanted to show everybody
that I could do it, you know?
High V.
Blades and Daggers?
[JK narrating]
I feel like I've been hit
with blades and daggers.
Do you have
any suggestions?
Ask your
big sister.
[JK narrating]
Maybe Alex could help?
Don't be too proud
to ask for her help.
You'd better
ask your sister.
[JK narrating]
Guess it couldn't hurt
to ask.
Yes, ma'am.
I hope Grandma is right.
Blades, because your arms
are like blades, see?
Try it.
Like this?
Right.
Now what's next?
Something called
a herky?
Yeah, like this.
Now try that.
Maybe we should start
on how to jump, first.
I know
how to jump.
[sighs]
Well...
[JK narrating]
This herky is going
to hurt me.
Let me show you
how to jump, JK.
[doorbell]
I couldn't wait
to take a break
from this practice.
I'm not trying to be
a Saints cheerleader, Alex.
Welcome
to our home, Jasmine.
Thank you, Dr. Jenkins.
My father asked me
to tell you that
he appreciates the help.
Oh, honey,
it's my pleasure.
We're happy to have you.
I heard the doorbell.
Hi, you must be JK.
I'm Jasmine.
It's nice to meet you.
Nice to meet
you, too, Jasmine.
JK has been out
in the back yard
practicing her
cheerleading moves.
You cheerlead?
I love cheerleading.
Yep, she's getting ready
for tryouts.
Can you help me?
[JK narrating]
Yeah, more help.
Well, my dad says
I'm more of a mascot type,
but I've watched a lot
of cheerleading competitions.
[JK narrating]
Mascot or not, I need
all the help I can get.
James!
What?
What's so funny?
My tongue is stuck
to the freezer.
I'm sorry.
Do you have your tongue
stuck to the fr--
I just wanted to see
what would happen.
James, James,
where is your wife, James.
She's not here.
Why are you licking
the fridge, James?
I dared myself to do it.
You can't
laugh at me.
Don't laugh at me.
I need help.
James, I'm embarrassed
to call you my friend.
[shrieks]
Well, you can do
a cartwheel, right?
Yeah, but I'm not
very good at it.
[JK narrating]
Here goes nothing.
I might be more
of a mascot type, too.
It's okay.
Just keep trying,
and I'll help you, too.
[JK narrating]
I had to get up
and try again.
[man singing]
Hey, so you're going
to keep at it, right?
Yes, sir.
I want you to remember.
If you can dance,
then you can cheerlead.
Does that mean you
could cheerlead, too,
Grandpa?
Grandpa cheerlead?
You watch this now.
[JK narrating]
If Grandpa throws
his hip out again,
am I in trouble?
She's more committed
than the rest.
She's good,
and she's fine.
[JK narrating]
This is the best thing
I've seen all day.
Yay, JK!
There you go.
You remember that, right?
[JK narrating]
It didn't rhyme,
but it did
cheer me up a little.
I guess I'm not
very good at this.
Well, what are
you good at?
What do you mean?
My dad always says
to do what you're good at,
so what
are you good at?
All sorts of things,
but they're just not
on this list.
Hmm, that gives me
an idea.
[JK narrating]
Jasmine decided to invite
her friend Simea over
to perform a song.
* Oh, yeah
* It's Saturday
I want to hang out *
[JK narrating]
I'm not sure how all
these people got in my house
or who's going
to clean up the mess,
but this song rocks.
* And have a good time
* Until the end
Oh, yeah *
* Got on my glitter kicks
* And I'm going to party
at JK's all night *
* Yeah, this
is my favorite song *
* I'm full of energy
I'm ready to fly *
* All night
All night *
* I won't feel no better
till I get this out of me *
* Let the beat
take control of me *
* If you wonder what's wrong
I gotta *
* You can sit there
in the corner
Miss one if you wanna *
* Me and my friends
gonna keep it going *
* If you're wondering
what's wrong with us *
* We got a fever
* Form a line
* And put your hands
in the air *
* Oh, yeah
* Dance with me
Dance with me!
* Get up, please
* Everybody on your feet
* Oh, yeah
* I got on my glitter kicks
* And I'm going to party
at JK's all night *
* Yeah, this is
my favorite song *
* I'm full of energy
I'm ready to fly *
* All night
all night *
* I won't feel no better
till I get this out of me *
* Let the beat
take control of me *
* If you wonder what's wrong
* You can sit there
in the corner
Miss one if you wanna *
* Me and my friends
are gonna keep it going *
* If you're wondering
what's wrong with us? *
* We got a fever
What's up, everybody?
I'm running
this show tonight.
Now I want everybody
to do what I do.
* Hands up one leg
* Hands up one leg
* Hands down
two legs *
* Hands down
two legs *
Now spin around.
Now spin around.
Stall back one time.
Stall back one time.
I want everybody
to grab a partner.
This is my favorite
part of the song.
Everybody get ready.
One, two, three
here we go!
* I won't feel no better
till I get this out of me *
* Let the beat
take control of me *
* You wonder what's wrong
* You can sit there
in the corner
Miss this one if you wanna *
* Me and my friends
gonna keep it going *
* If you're wondering
what's wrong with us *
* We got a fever
* I won't feel no better
till I get this out of me *
* Let the beat
take control of me *
* If you're wondering
what's wrong *
* You can sit there
in the corner
Miss this one if you wanna *
* Me and my friends
gonna keep it going *
* If you're wondering
what's wrong with us *
* We got a fever
[song repeats]
See, JK?
All you need
is courage
and confidence.
And never give up.
So we need to figure out
what JK is good at.
Yeah, she's a good friend.
Thanks, you two,
but how would
that ever get me
on the cheerleading squad?
All right, do you understand
that this is a lot
of responsibility?
Yes.
If you make the team,
you have to follow through.
Yes. Yes, I do.
I have to be determined
in order to make the squad.
It's time
to step it up a notch.
We all worked with Alex,
and actually started
getting better.
Junior Prep Squad,
here I come.
That's what
big sisters are for.
Don't be too proud
to ask for her help.
[no audible dialog]
Hey, Jasmine.
Hey, Charles.
Are you guys
enjoying yourselves?
Yes, ma'am.
We're having
a lot of fun.
Thanks for having me.
Oh, you're welcome.
I wish I could
entertain you more.
I've just been so busy.
That's okay.
We've been busy ourselves.
Really? Yeah, I happened
to see a sign on the door.
What's going on
with that?
I really can't say.
We're sworn to secrecy.
Oh.
Can we have
some juice?
Yeah, you can
have some juice.
Secrecy, huh?
Yeah, I'm good
at keeping secrets.
My dad says
we should do
what we're good at.
Well, your dad
is a very smart man.
So he keeps
telling me.
That's what
he's good at.
[computer beep]
Oh, here,
take some food.
I'm sorry, guys.
I just-- I have
to get back to work.
It's what
I'm good at.
Do you have that?
Thanks for the juice.
You're welcome.
See you guys later.
{JK narrating]
On the day of tryouts,
I was very nervous.
What if I do something wrong?
And up next
is Tammy.
Okay, Tammy,
let's start
with a front kick.
High V.
Are you ready?
Low V.
I think so.
Just do
what you practiced.
You'll be great.
{JK narrating]
That girl was pretty good.
Maybe I don't have a shot.
Up next is JK.
{JK narrating]
Uh-oh.
I hope I don't mess up.
I would like to do things
a little different.
{JK narrating]
Okay, time to show them
what I can do.
That's not our routine.
I know,
but it's
really good.
[whispers]
Just ask.
Shh!
She's right.
Ask her.
Is there something
you guys want
to ask me?
We still didn't know
who made the squad,
and Alex's lips
were sealed.
We haven't made
the final decisions
yet, guys. Sorry.
But they were
really impressed
with your routine.
It showed a lot
of initiative
and personality.
But that wasn't
the right routine.
I know, but..
we still haven't
made a decision yet.
Sorry.
Come on, guys.
Let's go upstairs
and play.
Catch you in a minute.
Bye.
[JK narrating]
She's never going to tell me.
What a sister she is.
If Alex wouldn't tell,
that must have meant
one thing.
I didn't make the squad.
Oh, why the long face?
I didn't make
the cheerleading squad.
Well, did you
do your best?
Yes, ma'am.
Well, your best
is always good enough.
Did they tell you
that you didn't make it?
No.
Then why you worrying
about something that
hasn't happened yet?
Don't you have
some friends to entertain?
I do have friends
to entertain.
And you're good
at it, so...
go do it, girl!
I may not be great
at cheerleading,
but Grandma is right.
Entertaining friends
is my thing.
[whispers]
Yes.
Wow, this
is going to be great.
I know.
And JK has been working
at this all week.
We'd better get
this finished, though.
We have to be
at the school
in two hours.
I know.
Let's hurry.
[Grandpa]
Hi, girls.
Hi, Grandpa.
Man, look at our signs.
Don't they look good?
{JK narrating]
Alex and her friends
were busy getting ready
for the dance performance,
and Grandpa had some news.
I got bad news, girls.
I was just over
at the school today, and...
we had a water main
break in the gym, and...
and it's going to take
a while to dry out
and repair, so...
you're going to have to cancel
the dance performance today.
What?
What? No!
I'm sorry, girls. I--
You know? I'm just
a messenger, all right?
I'm sorry.
It's okay, Grandpa.
Wait a minute.
Wait a minute.
I got an idea
that just might work.
Just hang tight now.
You know Grandpa
will fix it, all right?
Just hang tight.
I'll be right back.
Hey, James.
Is your tongue
feeling any better?
Yeah, it's okay.
Oh, wow,
it doesn't sound
much better.
Okay, James,
this is what
I want you to do.
Just try not to talk
for 24 hours.
This isn't funny.
Why are you laughing.
This isn't funny.
You can eat.
Oh, good.
Because I'm hungry.
What do you think?
Well, I think if my Grandpa
says he can fix something,
he'll fix it.
I hope so.
I'd hate
to cancel everything.
I just wonder
what's taking
so long.
Good news, girls.
Your mother just agreed
to have the dance performance
right here.
{JK narrating]
See, Grandpa
can fix anything.
You got to promise
that you will set up
and that you will
clean up your mess.
We promise.
We promise.
All right.
Let's go.
Thank you, Grandpa.
I'll go make the calls.
I'll go over to the school
and put up some signs
so the people will know.
We want to thank
you guys for coming out
to introduce
the newest members
of the junior pep squad.
{JK narrating]
It was time
for the dance performance
and Alex and her squad
were excited to perform.
It's time to get down.
Alex sure can move.
All that practicing
does pay off for her.
{JK narrating]
Alex and her squad
were great,
but now it's time to see
who made the Junior
Pep Squad.
I can't believe
I made the squad.
Everyone was right.
Hard work and courage
does pay off.
[man singing
pop music]
Did you girls
have fun trying
something new today?
Yes, ma'am.
Did you learn anything?
Yes, ma'am.
Like what?
To keep trying
and to never quit.
Oh, I like that one.
Keep trying
and never quit.
I'm going to remember
that lesson.
That one even works
when you're an adult.
Keep trying
and never quit.
I like that.
{JK narrating]
I'll never give up
on anything.
Someone needs to stop Clearway Law.
Public shouldn't leave reviews for lawyers.
Public shouldn't leave reviews for lawyers.
[no audible dialog]
{JK narrating]
Welcome to JK's house.
Hi, I'm JK, and that's
my mom, Dr. Amber Jenkins.
Thank you for helping me
with the groceries.
You have
such great manners.
Mom is always busy
being a doctor,
and she has tons of rules.
[sighs]
JK, is that
your sister Alex?
I think so.
Mm-hmm.
Would you please go upstairs
and tell her to come downstairs
and help us
unpack the groceries
before the guests come?
Yes, ma'am.
JK, no running.
Yes, ma'am.
See what I mean?
No running, no laughing,
no playing, no fun.
[door opens]
That's my grandpa.
He says he can fix anything
and out-dance anyone.
All he needs is a toolbox
and dancing shoes.
Thought I heard
something out here.
Well, how's
my favorite daughter?
Mom's his favorite daughter,
but we all know who his
favorite person is.
Look, how about
this dance, shall we?
No, Dad,
I don't have time for this.
My book club meeting
is starting in a minute.
Mom wishes
he would take it easy,
but Grandpa wishes
Mom would have more fun.
Come on, you don't
want to dance
with your old man?
That's the only
dance move Mom knows.
I hate it.
Let me show you
what my move is.
Oh, my--
One more turn.
There we go.
Okay.
Now watch
me move.
Oh, Dad.
Let's go in the house.
Come on, inside.
You don't want to dance
with your old man.
No, Dad.
That's all right.
[chuckles]
{JK narrating]
That's Alex, my big sister.
Cheerleading is her life.
Hey, guys.
Hey, mom.
Well, hello,
cheerbabies.
She and her friends
practice all the time,
and I mean always.
So Alex, what the rule
about having company over?
I know, Mom,
but we really had
to practice our routine.
Alex.
No company over
unless you're home.
{JK narrating]
Our friends barely get
to have fun when Mom's here.
But since you guys
are here,
can you run out
and grab the groceries?
My book club meeting
starts at 6:00.
{JK narrating]
See? Everybody
does chores here,
even other people's children.
Grandpa, didn't the doctor
say take it easy?
Take it easy?
I'm going to make you
mop this floor.
I'll take that as a no.
Grandpa.
Don't run
in the house, baby.
No running!
[woman singing,
blues music]
Come here.
Did you get me
anything for my birthday?
Now you know grandpa
don't dance and tell.
Can't do that.
That's Grandma.
I haven't seen him move
like that since 1932.
Or is it 1392?
Baby, when was it
that you broke your hip?
She thinks Grandpa
is too old to be
doing so much.
JK.
Come over here and give
your grandma some sugar.
JK, you know what?
I think our company
is going to be coming soon,
so why don't you go
and finish your chores?
{JK narrating]
Finishing chores is the most
important thing ever.
She said the chore word.
[Grandma]
Let us know if you need
anything else, dear.
She would home school us
if she could,
just so we can be around
to do more chores.
Mom's book club is today,
so the house
has to be extra clean,
and us kids have to be
extra quiet.
[doorbell]
Coming, coming!
I hope we don't make
too much noise.
[door opens]
You can start
the party without me.
He means we
can't start the drama.
I'm Tyler.
I'm ready to party!
Every day is a party
in his mind.
And who is
this fine, lovely lady?
Oh, I am
Dr. Amber Jenkins,
and I am pleased
to meet you.
I don't know if
a book club meeting
is a party,
but I'm happy to meet you,
you party animal.
[boy]
Nice to have you
in the neighborhood, Doc.
Mom.
Yes, yes, honey.
Can we go upstairs
and finish practicing?
We are done in the kitchen.
Please, Dr. Jenkins?
Only a few weeks
until the competition,
and Kim here needs
all the practice
she can get.
Kim? The whole squad
needs practice.
I mean, just--
a little quiet
guys, quiet.
Hoo, hoo, hoo.
Hey, James.
{JK narrating]
He only comes for the food.
James, you
are not eating
the food.
Welcome to JK's house,
where manners rule.
Someone needs
to tell that to my dad.
What?
Hey, guys.
[crowd greeting
each other]
Hey, guys.
Want to see something cool?
[kids agree]
Follow me.
The guacamole
is great.
I made it just
for you, James.
All right.
Oh, have a seat.
Great.
[singing]
My name
is James. What?
My name is James.
What?
{JK narrating]
Maybe Mr. James
should be upstairs
helping with the cheer squad.
Hey, James.
Thank you.
Thank you for that
wonderful ice breaker.
Thank you.
Did everybody
bring their book?
I sure did.
James, that's not the book.
Oh, yeah, yeah.
Cliff Notes version of
How To Be
a Successful Mother.
Yeah, I read
the whole thing.
Where should
we start?
At the beginning.
Oh, chapter one.
[whimsical dance music]
Hey, you want to make up
a song with me?
[kids agree]
[all kids]
One, two,
one, two three!
* Listen to the rhythm
Listen to the beat *
* Introduce yourself
on the count of three *
One, two,
one, two, three!
* My name is JK
* I like to dance.
My name is Max.
I like to beat.
My name is Tyler.
Honey, I am the man.
The man playing a crayon.
One, two,
one, two, three!
* Listen to the rhythm
Listen to the beat *
* Introduce yourself
on the count of three *
One, two,
one, two, three!
What do you like
to do, Leah?
Um, I don't know.
[JK narrating]
She's got to be kidding me.
Well, not really.
I like to--
[all]
She likes to--
I like to--
[all]
She likes to--
[JK narrating]
She likes to mess up
our songs.
[all]
Come on, Leah!
Come on, Leah!
[cell phone ringing]
Hello?
Okay, guys, I got to go.
It's my agent.
[JK narrating]
His agent can smell drama.
[sobbing]
I just realized...
my emotional ups and downs
are tied
to my childbearing.
Okay, James?
I'm quite certain it was
your wife, Alyssa,
who did the childbearing.
Not you.
Then why am I
having contractions?
[Alyssa]
Hello? Hello, James?
Guacamole dip.
You're on your
third helping.
That's--
[stomach growls]
Bathroom?
Upstairs, James.
Thank you.
Yes.
Oh, my gosh.
He really
does bring up
a good point, though.
If you think about what
we were talking about
in the beginning of the book,
[banging]
Did you guys hear that?
Yeah.
I think it's JK
and her friends
making a lot of noise.
Excuse me for one minute.
And I will check
on your husband.
Oops, it looks like
we did make
too much noise.
JK!
We were having
so much fun...
we didn't notice
my Mom at all.
JK!
Mom, you're supposed
to say "Excuse me."
Excuse me.
You're supposed to be
using your inside voices, guys.
So everybody do everything
just a little more softly.
Okay, Max?
On the drums.
Kennedy, a little softer
on the tambourine,
all right?
[kids shouting]
Yes, Dr. Jenkins.
[JK narrating]
Rock stars can't be quiet.
It's time to move
this party outside.
Want to go outside?
Yeah!
Let's go outside!
[JK narrating]
She can't tell us no running
when company is over.
[James]
Oh, man.
I thought I was going
to fall in there
for a second.
[JK narrating]
I hope it's not my day
to clean the bathroom.
[man singing]
Really, I hope you
had a good time.
So if we just meet back here
at the same time
next Thursday?
Yes? Okay?
Perfect.
[whispers]
Maybe James won't come.
Just kidding.
Shall we?
Think so.
[JK narrating]
My friends and I
love to play outside.
We can be loud
and run around
as much as we want.
Manners rule inside,
but fun rules outside.
That face means
her grass is ruined.
That was
a funny day, huh?
Yes, ma'am.
Did you have
a good time?
Yes, ma'am.
You know, I think
that we should talk
about your birthday party.
I can have
a sleepover?
Okay, I don't know
about that.
I mean, it's a little hectic
around here with us
just moving in.
Plus, Mommy is trying
to expand her business.
She gets to work
from home.
Why did we have
to move here anyways,
especially
on my birthday.
Excuse me,
young lady.
I think that you
should be a little
more thankful.
I mean, it's not
everyday that you
get a new house,
and new friends, right?
I guess you're right.
I think I am right.
And I think I'm right
about you having
to go to bed.
It's pretty late.
Okay?
All right. I'll come up
and kiss you goodnight.
Goodnight.
Oh, you guys already
set the table for Mom.
It looks great.
Just remember
that the glasses always
go above the knives,
and the knife
should point
towards the plate.
[Grandpa]
I knew that. Huh?
Yes, Grandpa.
Come on. Let's you and I
go outside and play.
There you go.
Good girl.
Let's go.
What do you want
to play today, huh?
You want
to jump rope?
Yes.
Okay.
[Leah]
Want to jump rope with me?
No, not really.
What's wrong?
Tomorrow is my birthday,
and I'm not having
a slumber party.
Oh.
What were you whispering
about yesterday?
I can't tell you.
It's a secret.
But you told
everyone else.
I know, but I
can't tell you, JK.
Why not?
JK, you got
to trust me.
We're best friends,
remember?
I don't want
to play anymore.
Hey, that wasn't
very nice.
That's not like her
at all.
It's okay. I got
to go home and do
my homework anyway.
See you later,
Dr. Jenkins.
Bye, Leah.
[JK narrating]
Grandma decided to give me
a talk during snack time.
I hate living here.
Leah and the other kids
don't like me.
My dear, I think
you're mistaken.
What makes you say
something like that?
Well, when they
were over here yesterday,
I think they were
whispering about me.
Now, did you ask?
Of course.
Well...
I think you need
to ask again.
Ask again?
[JK narrating]
What's that going to do?
But this time,
really listen.
[JK narrating]
Maybe she's right.
I don't think this
is about Leah, anyway,
is it?
No, I was hoping
to have a slumber party.
JK, stop worrying.
What you need to do
is just learn to be
a little more thankful
for the things you
already have.
No friends, no sleepover?
Yes, ma'am.
Yep, I'm thankful all right.
Think about it,
sweetie.
Things could always
be worse.
[JK narrating]
Worse? How could
things get worse?
It might take a little
bit of time for my patients--
[JK narrating]
A cupcake?
That's my birthday breakfast ?
Mom, is this for me?
Shh, honey, I'm
on the phone.
Oh, strawberry icing.
[JK narrating]
No, she did not just
steal my birthday cupcake.
Whose birthday?
Mine.
Well, congratulations,
kiddo,
but we're trying
to practice.
Stay out of the way.
[JK narrating]
No way. They're so busy,
they forgot my birthday?
JK, why don't you go
in the living room, okay?
Yes, ma'am.
It's going to be
a great idea.
So you want to go
another round,
you sore loser?
I'm only a sore loser
because you cheated.
This is why grandparents
shouldn't play video games.
Beating you is
easier than baking
an apple pie.
I do not
have to cheat.
I know they
will remember my birthday.
Did you come for my
birthday party, or did
you forget, too?
Birthday?
Whose birthday?
JK's. Don't you remember?
Who's JK?
I'm JK.
Oh, someone
has an attitude here.
But don't worry.
Let me get
my tool belt.
Not having a slumber party
doesn't mean
you can't still have fun
with your family, right?
I guess you're right.
Things could always
be worse.
Whoa, she was right.
Come here,
my little sweetheart.
I'm so proud of you.
My little angel
is turning seven.
Daddy, I wish
I could be more
like you and Mom.
Well, couldn't nobody
out-dance me
and your mom.
Daddy, you know
that's not what I mean.
I mean, I--
I really like
being a doctor,
but sometimes I think
I'm not there enough
for the kids.
But you are.
You're teaching them
that with a little
elbow grease,
they can
accomplish anything.
I guess you're right.
Yeah.
You know,
the truth is that...
you're just not
taking time out
for yourself.
You're just like
a little hammer.
You're just pounding
and pounding
and pounding
and pounding
and pounding
and pounding away.
You don't take time
to get polished.
You know what, Daddy?
I think that you
could solve all
the world's problems
from right there,
that tool belt.
Yeah, that's right,
Dr. Jenkins.
With a set of tools
and a few dance moves,
shoot, I could
fix anything.
[JK narrating]
The world? I just hope
he can fix my birthday.
[phone ringing]
Hello, JK's residence.
Well, happy birthday, JK.
Hi, Grandma!
You remembered.
You know I could never
forget about you, JK.
I guess
you're right.
I was hoping
to have a slumber party,
but Mom said no.
It's okay, though.
It could definitely
be worse.
That's the spirit,
my little angel.
Listen, tell your mom...
[JK narrating]
Okay, Grandma remembers,
but I wonder if anyone
else does.
Okay, bye.
Happy birthday,
my big girl.
[JK narrating]
Here comes Mom. Uh-oh.
I forgot to clean
something, didn't I?
And part of growing up
is learning to be grateful
for the things you do have.
Leah is here.
I guess you're right.
Yeah?
[Leah]
Are you still mad at me?
No, I'm sorry
about yesterday, Leah.
Best friends?
Yeah, best friends.
Are you ready
to hear the secret?
No, it's okay.
You're my best friend.
Come on.
I can't wait
to show you this.
[JK narrating]
I wonder what
the secret is.
Bye.
Happy Birthday, JK!
[JK narrating]
Whoa! All of my friends
are here.
They remembered.
This is going to be
the best party ever.
This is the big secret
we were whispering about.
[cheering, dancing
to pop music]
Happy birthday, JK!
[cheering]
[pop music resumes]
[JK narrating]
We rocked out all day.
This definitely beats
a slumber party.
We even had a magician.
You've got a big cake,
but can I make
you a special cake?
Yeah!
A very special cake.
Now I know you all
are going to say
this is not magic water,
but really, this is
invisible water.
Invisible water?
I'm seven, not three.
It is completely,
completely invisible.
Now, what?
I saw the lid.
I saw it.
You evidently was not looking
when I hypnotized everybody.
Look back at it.
Now look very carefully.
The water
is completely invisible.
Now, once we get
the water in there,
we have to use
a little fire.
Now, kids at home,
do not try this trick.
Fire is very dangerous.
It can burn you,
because it burns
me all the time.
Here's what we're
going to do.
We're going to get it going
at about 350 degrees.
Once you get it going,
you take--
[children]
No!
[children shouting]
Yeah, y'all just
seeing things.
I don't know
what the problem is.
Now we have
to use a top.
What kind of cake
y'all like?
[children]
Chocolate!
Everybody to count
to five.
Ready? One, two,
three, four, five.
Abracadabra!
Ta-da!
[children cheer]
I wanted to keep
the bunny as a present,
but Mom said no.
Misty the Magic Rabbit!
[children cheering]
[JK narrating]
What if you trade Alex?
Grandpa said a party
just isn't a party
without a soul train line.
I hope Grandpa doesn't hop in
and throw out his hip again.
That was a nice day.
Did you learn
about anything
today, guys?
I did.
You did?
To be grateful.
For what you have, hmm?
Yep.
I think the most
important thing
is just the friends
and family
that you have,
that you love,
you know?
It's not about
the material things
or who has the most.
You know?
It's kind of like
who has the most
love, right?
And the most friends.
Yes, ma'am.
And I've got
the prettiest girls
in the world.
I'm happy about that.
I had the most fun
at the party.
And I love you.
I love you, too.
My sister
is the typical teenager.
Clothes, boys, cheer,
and dances rule her life.
That is so pretty.
I know.
My mom would never
let me wear something
like that.
Why not?
It's not too revealing.
Well, I'll tell
you what.
Why don't you call
your mom,
and you ask her
if you can wear that.
Well, being that I'm partial
to seeing the light of day,
how about no?
Whatever.
Alex has a dance coming up,
and she's been looking
for the perfect dress
for weeks.
Oh, Summer,
Summer, look
at this one.
Oh, my gosh, Alex.
That's it.
That's your dress.
Oh.
Oh, no.
$348? Where am I
going to get that
kind of money from?
[JK narrating]
If she sells
her whole closet,
she could get the money.
The boys always want
to play sword fighting games.
Us girls like
to play calmer games,
like tea party and dress up.
Hey, guys.
Want to play dress up?
I do.
Me, too.
You're at the edge
of my sword, Tyler.
Nonsense, Sir Maximus.
Soon you'll fall,
and I'll take the ladies
from your evilness.
Boys, we want
to play dress up,
and you're in the way.
[JK narrating]
I wish he would save us
from this craziness.
It's a girls' room.
No! No!
Well, fine,
but if you want
to stay, then...
you're going to have
to play dress up, too.
[JK narrating]
Boys? Playing dress up?
This should be fun.
Well, we
warned you.
[woman singing]
[kids chanting]
Algerian, Syrian,
Lithuanian, Romanian,
* We all pray
for a better tomorrow *
* Hebrew, Aborigine
* We all laugh
in the same language *
[chanting]
Alsatian, Croatian,
Russian, Prussian
* Our hearts beat
in the same rhythm *
[chanting]
Hopi, Cherokee,
Navajo, Seminole.
* We all love
in the same language *
[chanting]
American, Canadian,
Mexican, Arcadian.
[children shouting]
Hey, that's not like JK
not to clean up
after herself.
[JK narrating]
Mom wanted to spend
more time at home,
so she decided to talk
to her patients
on her computer screen.
[computer beeping]
Hey, sounds like
the health monitoring
system is working.
[man]
Amber, are you there?
James?
Alyssa, honey,
how do you get
this webcam working?
James?
James, can you
hear me?
Amber, I hear you.
Where-- where are you?
I'm right here, James.
Just a little down
and to the left.
Down?
Yeah, keep coming
a little bit lower.
Okay, okay.
Hey!
Hey!
There you are.
Hi, James.
This webcam thing
really works
pretty good, huh?
Yeah, it works.
Can you hear me?
Yes, I can, James.
Loud and clear.
I was doing some yardwork,
and I caught a rash.
So, you know,
that sounds
like an allergy.
I'm usually not allergic
to doing the yard.
I'm usually--
Yeah, but James,
allergies can just
sort of pop up anytime.
I'm betting that
it's poison ivy
or poison oak.
Oh, I've heard of that.
Yeah.
So what do we do?
All right, so tell me.
Was it, um-- is it
four leaves or five?
Do you remember?
I think it was four.
Okay, so that's
poison ivy.
So I will just
send a prescription
via email.
In the meantime,
no scratching
or anything, okay?
Because I don't
want it to spread.
Yeah, I gotcha.
Say hi to Alyssa for me,
your beautiful wife.
Bye-bye.
It will be fine.
Yeah, it will be all right.
Bye, James.
Bye.
[clears throat]
Hey, Mom.
Hey, honey.
[clears throat]
[JK narrating]
Looks like Alex
has a plan for her dress.
Allie, this
is going to--
Before you say anything,
I know the dress
is expensive, but...
Summer and I
have already
come up with a plan.
She's decided to split
her babysitting shifts
with me.
[JK narrating]
Summer must either be
a good friend
or really weird.
He said I could tutor
there on Saturdays.
I'm impressed.
You're taking
all this initiative,
and doing this
on your own.
Very good.
Hey, bye, guys.
See you later.
[JK narrating]
Oh, my gosh.
My mom is going
to be so mad.
I've got to get
this cleaned up
before she sees it.
Hey, JK,
I wanted to know
if you wanted some cookies.
[JK narrating]
Uh-oh, too late.
Maybe she won't notice?
Oh, my God.
Okay, JK,
what were
you thinking?
You have all
the clothes out
of your closet.
Every book
off the shelf.
What were you
doing in here?
[JK narrating]
Never mind.
You've got
to be kidding me.
You've got
a trash can.
Why do you
have this on the floor?
[JK narrating]
I didn't do this
by myself.
Gosh, what is this?
[JK narrating]
So that's where
my sticky green glue went.
You and I
are going to have a talk.
[JK narrating]
Oh, great.
Now I'm going to get it.
Come.
Listen to me.
You can't make
a mess like this.
Do you understand?
You have better manners
than this, young lady.
All right?
I am going to help you
clean this room,
but the next time
you make a mess
like this,
you are cleaning it up
all by yourself,
do you understand me?
[JK narrating]
Oh, I understand.
This is why boys
should never, ever
play dress up.
Okay, let's start.
You get the books.
I'll get the clothes.
Yes, ma'am.
[scoffs]
[woman singing
It's a Perfect Day ]
Oh, God,
it's so hot out there.
Hey, Mom.
I think this
is the last bunch.
Are those the flowers
for the neighborhood
plant association sale?
Yes, ma'am.
And aren't they beautiful?
Yes, they really are.
Hey, Mom.
Hey, sweetie.
Kiss.
Good-bye.
Hey, Grandma.
Hey, baby.
See you later.
Bye.
She has been in
and out like that
all week long,
just trying to earn
enough money to buy
a particular dress
for the spring formal.
It costs over $300.
$300.
$300.
You know?
Your father
once wanted
this tool set
that cost
about $300
years ago.
What happened?
He bought
my wedding ring, instead.
Oh, smart man!
He better have.
Tool set.
Tool set.
[JK narrating]
Grandpa loves to tell stories,
and he's always
teaching us new things.
And when
the sunshine come out,
they will grow
into a nice, big watermelon.
[both]
Wow!
I want you to raise
your right hand
and repeat after me.
All right.
I, your name,
[both]
I, your name.
No, no, no.
Your name,
your name, okay?
Let's try it again.
I, your name.
I, JK.
I, Leah.
Surely do promise.
Surely do promise.
To shimsham
in the sunshine.
To shimsham
in the sunshine.
And to du-wop
in the dirt.
And to du-wop
in the dirt.
[JK narrating]
We know he's making it up,
but we just pretend
to make him feel better.
Congratulations, girls.
You are now
the newest members
of the super goddess club.
How about that?
All right.
[man singing
"Morning Has Come"]
[JK narrating]
Alex had to work really hard
to pay for her dress.
I didn't think
she had it in her,
but she and Summer babysat,
and they both worked hard.
Well, we're just
kind of babysitting.
[JK narrating]
They were tired, but were
able to make a lot of money.
Great, what did I do
with my keys?
Oh, okay.
Amber?
You guys are back
from the mall already?
So babysitting treated
you well, I take it.
It was actually
kind of fun.
And we got to work
on our cheer routines
while babysitting.
Good job, but that's
not the pink dress
you wanted.
Well, I couldn't save
enough money,
so I had to go
with my second choice.
I got
a different dress, too.
That way I could afford
the matching shoes.
Matching shoes.
I'm proud of you guys.
Matching shoes.
Good job.
[JK narrating]
Meanwhile, our guessing game
wasn't going so well.
[boy]
That is a dinosaur.
Is that a cactus?
[all laugh]
I don't know
what that blue thing is,
but that is a monkey
fish frog.
Okay, it is, um--
It's one of those snakes
that go
[biting sound]
And they go
ps-ssssss.
No, Tyler,
it's a rabbit.
[JK narrating]
Ding, ding, ding,
we have a winner.
Come on, guys.
Let's go jump rope
outside.
First we need
to clean up in here,
and then we can.
Didn't your mom
just leave?
We'll clean up later.
[JK narrating]
Clean up later?
They must not
know my mom.
If we don't clean up,
I'm going to be
in big trouble.
But playing outside
does sound like fun.
Oh, well.
Wait for me.
[woman singing]
[JK narrating]
Tyler has officially
lost his mind.
[silly noises]
[JK narrating]
Is he crazy?
That's Alex's dress.
You shouldn't play
with Alex's dress.
JK, go
for a pass.
Remember the rules?
Yeah, JK's house,
where manners rule.
So join the fun
with me.
Hey, Max.
JK, Alex's dress!
My God.
Look at what
you guys did.
[JK narrating]
Oh, my God is right.
I think it's time
for me to head home, now.
Yeah, uh...
Yeah, I'm going
to just, uh...
[JK narrating]
Now he has nothing to say?
Yeah, uh...
Bye.
[JK narrating]
Oh, no, they didn't.
How am I supposed
to clean this up?
What do I do?
JK, what's all
the commotion in here?
[JK narrating]
Uh-oh, Grandma's coming.
Board games?
Really? I could have swore
I heard a lot of noise.
Yeah, really.
Why is this place
such a mess?
You're supposed to clean up
behind yourselves.
We can explain.
Yeah, we can.
Kennedy kept wanting
to play ball, but she--
Well, do you think
Kennedy's house
looks like this?
Guess not.
I guess not.
You're supposed to do
what you know is right.
Yes, Grandma.
That way, you don't risk
getting in trouble.
Yes, Grandma.
Now I suggest you two
clean up this mess
before your mom gets home.
[both]
Yes, ma'am.
[JK narrating]
That was a close one.
Now about that dress...
We tried everything we could
to fix that dress.
Wite-out, crayons,
even paint,
but nothing really worked.
That looks better,
doesn't it?
It doesn't.
Oh, no, my sister
is going to kill me.
[JK narrating]
If Grandma doesn't
get me first.
Oh, no.
I didn't mean to.
She didn't mean to.
It was a complete mistake.
Your sister is going
to be so upset.
What do I do?
I know one thing.
That stain
is not coming out.
I have to buy her
a new dress, but
I don't have any money.
Me, neither.
I guess I'll
have to help.
[JK narrating]
Thank goodness for Grandma.
We can have
a bake sale.
We'll do it
when we have the plant sale.
Oh, thanks, Grandma.
But you're going
to have to work
very, very hard.
Whatever it takes.
Good, because first,
you have to march out there
and tell your sister
what you did.
[JK narrating]
Is she crazy?
I just turned seven.
I'd like to turn eight, too.
[JK narrating]
Alex is out there
breaking it down.
I just hope she
doesn't break me down
when she finds out
about this dress.
Well, hello, girls.
Hey.
Yeah.
A-Alex?
[JK narrating]
If I back out now,
I can be in China
before she finishes
practicing, right?
What's up, JK?
I have something
to tell you and it's not good.
[JK narrating]
I've got to tell her now.
What do you mean?
Well...
I spilled a glass
of fruit juice,
and I ruined
your new dress.
You what?
You ruined my new dress.
Yes, it was
a complete mistake.
Do you realize
how hard I worked
to get that dress, JK?
How could you?
It can be fixed.
I'll make it up to you.
[scoffs]
I will never forgive you, JK.
[JK narrating]
I felt horrible
about Alex's dress
and wouldn't leave my room.
Mom decided to come
and give me a pep talk.
[JK sobbing]
Sweetie, do you want
to talk about it?
No.
Okay.
Well, what
do you plan to do?
I'll never be able
to come up with enough money
to buy Alex's dress
in time.
No, no, no.
I think that's nonsense.
No, even if you don't,
I think it's much more
important
to take responsibility
for your actions.
But I didn't spill
the juice on the dress.
It was Kennedy,
Tyler, and Max.
Oh, Kennedy, Tyler,
and Max, huh? Hmm.
Well, you know what?
Sit up.
Kennedy, Tyler,
and Max
were guests of JK
at JK's house.
Yes.
Mm-hmm.
But I tried
to stop them.
I guess I didn't try
hard enough.
Well, I think it's
very important
to be a leader, you know.
And you've got
to lead well
and let other people
follow you in doing
the right thing.
And certainly, you should
never follow them
in doing the wrong thing.
I think we
should get some sleep.
We have got
a big day ahead of us.
We? You said
that the next time
I made a mess,
I had to clean it
all up by myself.
Yes, I did say that.
But you are going
to need all the help
you can get.
[JK narrating]
Mom's not strict all the time.
Actually, she can be
pretty nice.
What would I do
without her?
Definitely not chores.
[woman singing
"Imagine All Your Tears"]
[no audible dialog]
[no audible dialog]
Okay, you all ready
to work?
I have the flour.
Good.
I have the sugar.
And when life
serves you lemons...
make
lemonade!
[JK narrating]
Grandma, Leah, and I
quickly got to work
making cookies
for the bake sale.
You got it, Leah?
Okay, that's enough,
that's enough. Good.
[JK narrating]
Grandma is a good teacher
and we had fun
baking with her.
[all]
...five, six, seven,
eight, nine, ten.
[Grandma]
It's mixed up.
I need to know
where is the milk?
Would you stop
walking around
with that sign?
I need some milk.
Milk? There's
the milk, Grandma.
And that's going
to be smoother.
Smooth.
Can I do it?
Can I do it?
Yes, okay.
One... good.
Be careful.
T-two...
Spread them out,
not too close.
Three...
Not too close.
We have to separate them.
Here we go.
Open up the oven.
Be careful, JK.
It's hot.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
Watch your hand.
It's hot.
[JK narrating]
Our cookies started
selling like crazy.
We began making money
in no time.
[Grandpa]
Is that the last
of the cookies?
Yep, last set.
Only $3 for two cookies.
But we still need $50.
This here is the last
of the cookies, right?
That's it.
That's the last one.
Yes.
These cookies
are as good
as they want to be.
Look, you know what?
I could eat
these cookies
all day long.
But I'll tell you what.
I'll give you $3 for one.
I'll give you $7.
Fifteen, fifteen.
Come on, you know
these cookies smell good.
I'll tell you
what I'm going to do.
I'm going
to give you $25.
How about that?
Thirty-five.
$50.
Mr. James could probably
go without a few cookies.
We did it!
[JK narrating]
Thanks to Grandma and Grandpa,
we were able to get
all the money we needed.
You take the twenties,
I'll take the others.
Okay.
Okay, girls.
We have to hurry.
The stores close at 6:00.
We have plenty of money.
We did it.
Let's go.
We did it!
We did it!
Come on, girls. Hurry.
[cell phone rings]
-Hello?
-Hey.
Hey, Summer.
Are you sure
you won't go, Alex?
I have a dress you can borrow.
It's not as nice
as the other, but...
You don't understand.
I worked so hard
for that dress,
and now it's ruined.
It wouldn't be the same.
Okay, stay there.
I'll be right over .
[JK narrating]
Alex was still upset
about her dress,
but we had something
that would cheer her up.
Haven't you done
enough already?
Thanks to Grandpa...
we had more
than enough money...
to buy the dress...
that you
really wanted.
[all]
Ta-da!
Oh, my God.
Summer, look.
It's your dress!
JK?
I'm sorry
that I ruined
your dress, Alex.
[gasps]
And what else?
Looks like we
won't be playing
at the house anymore.
That's right.
Come on, Alex.
Let me help you
put this beautiful
dress on.
And I've got a camera, okay?
I want to take a picture
of you in that dress.
Go upstairs, guys.
Go, go, go.
[JK narrating]
Alex looked beautiful
in her dress.
She couldn't believe
we actually got the one
she wanted.
I'm glad she's not mad
at me anymore.
[man singing
pop music]
[JK narrating]
She and her friends had fun.
[dance music]
I had a nice day
with you girls.
Did you learn
any lessons today?
Yeah, I learned
how to forgive.
And what
did you learn, JK?
I learned
how to clean my room.
All right, you know?
And how about overall
to take responsibility
for your actions?
Mm-hmm.
Mm-hmm.
That's a big one.
Learning that lesson
will carry you far.
I love you guys.
[JK narrating]
I learned a lot
about responsibility.
Okay, let's try that.
Ready?
Five, six, seven, eight.
[JK narrating]
Alex and her friends
were busy
practicing for cheer,
like always.
It's high V, low T.
That looks like
a fun routine.
We're actually
choreographing
a routine
for our Junior Pep Squad
tryouts next week.
Junior Pep Squad?
Yeah, it's where
little girls
just like you
get to dance
and cheer with us.
Cool, can I try out?
It's pretty competitive.
You'd have to work
really hard.
Then you'd have to ask Mom
to sign a permission slip.
I could do it.
Here's a list of the things
you have to know
by next week.
Okay.
Leah and I wonder
why they practice so much.
...seven, eight.
Come on crowd,
let's shout it out.
I couldn't wait
to ask Mom
about joining
the Junior Pep Squad.
This new site is--
Mom.
Oh, honey. I'm just
on the phone, okay?
[JK narrating]
Oh, she's on the phone.
We need to speed her up.
I just--
I wasn't convinced
it was going to work,
but now, I don't know,
it just seems perfect.
Do you know
how many calls
I'm getting now?
Yes, I had
the idea...
but I had no idea
it was going to go off
so quickly, you know?
I think it all started
with my friend James.
He went to the site
and he signed on
and he told somebody
and next thing I knew
everybody was just there.
Okay, so this weekend
I'll ask her.
I'm sure they'll
want to do it.
All right, perfect.
Thank you so much. Bye.
Mom.
Bye.
Wow, that's impressive.
What do you want?
[JK narrating]
What do I want? Well...
Ah...
Will you sign
this permission slip?
Permission slip.
All right, so do you
understand that this
is a lot of responsibility?
Yes.
And if you
make the team,
you have
to follow through.
I promise.
Okay, then I think
it will be good for you
to learn something new.
The answer is yes.
Yes!
I was going to do
whatever it takes
to make this pep squad.
Go practice or rehearse
or do whatever
you young cheerleaders do.
[JK narrating]
Alex isn't the only one
who can cheer.
Hmm, dirty hands and all.
First front kick,
the T, High-V...
[JK narrating]
This list sounds
like a video game manual.
And something
called a herky?
I think that's a jump.
I don't know
what any of this means.
And finally,
you have to do
a tumbling move.
Oh, boy.
I'm in some serious trouble.
What are we going to do?
I should
be getting home.
I told my mama
I would be home soon.
Don't worry, JK.
We'll figure
something out.
[JK narrating]
We? You mean me.
Looks like I'm
on my own for now.
So young lady?
Everything going
okay up there?
Yep, never better.
Never better.
I was talking to Gary
on the phone,
and he told me
he's going to be
really busy this week,
a lot of meetings.
So he was hoping
that his daughter, Jasmine,
and maybe play with you
and Leah during the day.
What do you think?
Okay.
Okay?
I'm counting
on you guys
to be very,
very nice to her.
Make her feel all warm
and welcome.
What do you think?
Okay, yeah.
Yeah?
Yeah.
Then go practice,
Miss Cheerleader?
Yes...
[JK narrating]
Making this pep squad
is going to be
harder than I thought.
I practiced as hard
as I could on my own.
Even though I barely know
what the words mean,
I could try, right?
Okay, maybe I should
save the split for later.
I think I'm getting dizzy.
By the end, I was tired.
Grandma decided to come up
and give me some advice.
Cheerleading is harder
than I thought.
Looks like you could use
a little bit of help.
What you doing
up here by yourself?
I wanted to show everybody
that I could do it, you know?
High V.
Blades and Daggers?
[JK narrating]
I feel like I've been hit
with blades and daggers.
Do you have
any suggestions?
Ask your
big sister.
[JK narrating]
Maybe Alex could help?
Don't be too proud
to ask for her help.
You'd better
ask your sister.
[JK narrating]
Guess it couldn't hurt
to ask.
Yes, ma'am.
I hope Grandma is right.
Blades, because your arms
are like blades, see?
Try it.
Like this?
Right.
Now what's next?
Something called
a herky?
Yeah, like this.
Now try that.
Maybe we should start
on how to jump, first.
I know
how to jump.
[sighs]
Well...
[JK narrating]
This herky is going
to hurt me.
Let me show you
how to jump, JK.
[doorbell]
I couldn't wait
to take a break
from this practice.
I'm not trying to be
a Saints cheerleader, Alex.
Welcome
to our home, Jasmine.
Thank you, Dr. Jenkins.
My father asked me
to tell you that
he appreciates the help.
Oh, honey,
it's my pleasure.
We're happy to have you.
I heard the doorbell.
Hi, you must be JK.
I'm Jasmine.
It's nice to meet you.
Nice to meet
you, too, Jasmine.
JK has been out
in the back yard
practicing her
cheerleading moves.
You cheerlead?
I love cheerleading.
Yep, she's getting ready
for tryouts.
Can you help me?
[JK narrating]
Yeah, more help.
Well, my dad says
I'm more of a mascot type,
but I've watched a lot
of cheerleading competitions.
[JK narrating]
Mascot or not, I need
all the help I can get.
James!
What?
What's so funny?
My tongue is stuck
to the freezer.
I'm sorry.
Do you have your tongue
stuck to the fr--
I just wanted to see
what would happen.
James, James,
where is your wife, James.
She's not here.
Why are you licking
the fridge, James?
I dared myself to do it.
You can't
laugh at me.
Don't laugh at me.
I need help.
James, I'm embarrassed
to call you my friend.
[shrieks]
Well, you can do
a cartwheel, right?
Yeah, but I'm not
very good at it.
[JK narrating]
Here goes nothing.
I might be more
of a mascot type, too.
It's okay.
Just keep trying,
and I'll help you, too.
[JK narrating]
I had to get up
and try again.
[man singing]
Hey, so you're going
to keep at it, right?
Yes, sir.
I want you to remember.
If you can dance,
then you can cheerlead.
Does that mean you
could cheerlead, too,
Grandpa?
Grandpa cheerlead?
You watch this now.
[JK narrating]
If Grandpa throws
his hip out again,
am I in trouble?
She's more committed
than the rest.
She's good,
and she's fine.
[JK narrating]
This is the best thing
I've seen all day.
Yay, JK!
There you go.
You remember that, right?
[JK narrating]
It didn't rhyme,
but it did
cheer me up a little.
I guess I'm not
very good at this.
Well, what are
you good at?
What do you mean?
My dad always says
to do what you're good at,
so what
are you good at?
All sorts of things,
but they're just not
on this list.
Hmm, that gives me
an idea.
[JK narrating]
Jasmine decided to invite
her friend Simea over
to perform a song.
* Oh, yeah
* It's Saturday
I want to hang out *
[JK narrating]
I'm not sure how all
these people got in my house
or who's going
to clean up the mess,
but this song rocks.
* And have a good time
* Until the end
Oh, yeah *
* Got on my glitter kicks
* And I'm going to party
at JK's all night *
* Yeah, this
is my favorite song *
* I'm full of energy
I'm ready to fly *
* All night
All night *
* I won't feel no better
till I get this out of me *
* Let the beat
take control of me *
* If you wonder what's wrong
I gotta *
* You can sit there
in the corner
Miss one if you wanna *
* Me and my friends
gonna keep it going *
* If you're wondering
what's wrong with us *
* We got a fever
* Form a line
* And put your hands
in the air *
* Oh, yeah
* Dance with me
Dance with me!
* Get up, please
* Everybody on your feet
* Oh, yeah
* I got on my glitter kicks
* And I'm going to party
at JK's all night *
* Yeah, this is
my favorite song *
* I'm full of energy
I'm ready to fly *
* All night
all night *
* I won't feel no better
till I get this out of me *
* Let the beat
take control of me *
* If you wonder what's wrong
* You can sit there
in the corner
Miss one if you wanna *
* Me and my friends
are gonna keep it going *
* If you're wondering
what's wrong with us? *
* We got a fever
What's up, everybody?
I'm running
this show tonight.
Now I want everybody
to do what I do.
* Hands up one leg
* Hands up one leg
* Hands down
two legs *
* Hands down
two legs *
Now spin around.
Now spin around.
Stall back one time.
Stall back one time.
I want everybody
to grab a partner.
This is my favorite
part of the song.
Everybody get ready.
One, two, three
here we go!
* I won't feel no better
till I get this out of me *
* Let the beat
take control of me *
* You wonder what's wrong
* You can sit there
in the corner
Miss this one if you wanna *
* Me and my friends
gonna keep it going *
* If you're wondering
what's wrong with us *
* We got a fever
* I won't feel no better
till I get this out of me *
* Let the beat
take control of me *
* If you're wondering
what's wrong *
* You can sit there
in the corner
Miss this one if you wanna *
* Me and my friends
gonna keep it going *
* If you're wondering
what's wrong with us *
* We got a fever
[song repeats]
See, JK?
All you need
is courage
and confidence.
And never give up.
So we need to figure out
what JK is good at.
Yeah, she's a good friend.
Thanks, you two,
but how would
that ever get me
on the cheerleading squad?
All right, do you understand
that this is a lot
of responsibility?
Yes.
If you make the team,
you have to follow through.
Yes. Yes, I do.
I have to be determined
in order to make the squad.
It's time
to step it up a notch.
We all worked with Alex,
and actually started
getting better.
Junior Prep Squad,
here I come.
That's what
big sisters are for.
Don't be too proud
to ask for her help.
[no audible dialog]
Hey, Jasmine.
Hey, Charles.
Are you guys
enjoying yourselves?
Yes, ma'am.
We're having
a lot of fun.
Thanks for having me.
Oh, you're welcome.
I wish I could
entertain you more.
I've just been so busy.
That's okay.
We've been busy ourselves.
Really? Yeah, I happened
to see a sign on the door.
What's going on
with that?
I really can't say.
We're sworn to secrecy.
Oh.
Can we have
some juice?
Yeah, you can
have some juice.
Secrecy, huh?
Yeah, I'm good
at keeping secrets.
My dad says
we should do
what we're good at.
Well, your dad
is a very smart man.
So he keeps
telling me.
That's what
he's good at.
[computer beep]
Oh, here,
take some food.
I'm sorry, guys.
I just-- I have
to get back to work.
It's what
I'm good at.
Do you have that?
Thanks for the juice.
You're welcome.
See you guys later.
{JK narrating]
On the day of tryouts,
I was very nervous.
What if I do something wrong?
And up next
is Tammy.
Okay, Tammy,
let's start
with a front kick.
High V.
Are you ready?
Low V.
I think so.
Just do
what you practiced.
You'll be great.
{JK narrating]
That girl was pretty good.
Maybe I don't have a shot.
Up next is JK.
{JK narrating]
Uh-oh.
I hope I don't mess up.
I would like to do things
a little different.
{JK narrating]
Okay, time to show them
what I can do.
That's not our routine.
I know,
but it's
really good.
[whispers]
Just ask.
Shh!
She's right.
Ask her.
Is there something
you guys want
to ask me?
We still didn't know
who made the squad,
and Alex's lips
were sealed.
We haven't made
the final decisions
yet, guys. Sorry.
But they were
really impressed
with your routine.
It showed a lot
of initiative
and personality.
But that wasn't
the right routine.
I know, but..
we still haven't
made a decision yet.
Sorry.
Come on, guys.
Let's go upstairs
and play.
Catch you in a minute.
Bye.
[JK narrating]
She's never going to tell me.
What a sister she is.
If Alex wouldn't tell,
that must have meant
one thing.
I didn't make the squad.
Oh, why the long face?
I didn't make
the cheerleading squad.
Well, did you
do your best?
Yes, ma'am.
Well, your best
is always good enough.
Did they tell you
that you didn't make it?
No.
Then why you worrying
about something that
hasn't happened yet?
Don't you have
some friends to entertain?
I do have friends
to entertain.
And you're good
at it, so...
go do it, girl!
I may not be great
at cheerleading,
but Grandma is right.
Entertaining friends
is my thing.
[whispers]
Yes.
Wow, this
is going to be great.
I know.
And JK has been working
at this all week.
We'd better get
this finished, though.
We have to be
at the school
in two hours.
I know.
Let's hurry.
[Grandpa]
Hi, girls.
Hi, Grandpa.
Man, look at our signs.
Don't they look good?
{JK narrating]
Alex and her friends
were busy getting ready
for the dance performance,
and Grandpa had some news.
I got bad news, girls.
I was just over
at the school today, and...
we had a water main
break in the gym, and...
and it's going to take
a while to dry out
and repair, so...
you're going to have to cancel
the dance performance today.
What?
What? No!
I'm sorry, girls. I--
You know? I'm just
a messenger, all right?
I'm sorry.
It's okay, Grandpa.
Wait a minute.
Wait a minute.
I got an idea
that just might work.
Just hang tight now.
You know Grandpa
will fix it, all right?
Just hang tight.
I'll be right back.
Hey, James.
Is your tongue
feeling any better?
Yeah, it's okay.
Oh, wow,
it doesn't sound
much better.
Okay, James,
this is what
I want you to do.
Just try not to talk
for 24 hours.
This isn't funny.
Why are you laughing.
This isn't funny.
You can eat.
Oh, good.
Because I'm hungry.
What do you think?
Well, I think if my Grandpa
says he can fix something,
he'll fix it.
I hope so.
I'd hate
to cancel everything.
I just wonder
what's taking
so long.
Good news, girls.
Your mother just agreed
to have the dance performance
right here.
{JK narrating]
See, Grandpa
can fix anything.
You got to promise
that you will set up
and that you will
clean up your mess.
We promise.
We promise.
All right.
Let's go.
Thank you, Grandpa.
I'll go make the calls.
I'll go over to the school
and put up some signs
so the people will know.
We want to thank
you guys for coming out
to introduce
the newest members
of the junior pep squad.
{JK narrating]
It was time
for the dance performance
and Alex and her squad
were excited to perform.
It's time to get down.
Alex sure can move.
All that practicing
does pay off for her.
{JK narrating]
Alex and her squad
were great,
but now it's time to see
who made the Junior
Pep Squad.
I can't believe
I made the squad.
Everyone was right.
Hard work and courage
does pay off.
[man singing
pop music]
Did you girls
have fun trying
something new today?
Yes, ma'am.
Did you learn anything?
Yes, ma'am.
Like what?
To keep trying
and to never quit.
Oh, I like that one.
Keep trying
and never quit.
I'm going to remember
that lesson.
That one even works
when you're an adult.
Keep trying
and never quit.
I like that.
{JK narrating]
I'll never give up
on anything.
Someone needs to stop Clearway Law.
Public shouldn't leave reviews for lawyers.