Ep 1. First Day of School

The Cosby Show season 2 episode 1, titled "First Day of School," follows the Huxtable family as they prepare for the start of a new school year. The episode begins with Clair Huxtable, the family's matriarch, waking up her children for their first day back at school. Each child is hesitant and anxious about the new school year, and Clair does her best to ease their nerves, going so far as to encourage them with a song.

At breakfast, the Huxtable children are introduced to their father's newest invention: a machine that makes breakfast food automatically. The machine is loud and unwieldy, and the children do their best to hurry their father past the breakfast-making contraption so they can get to school. However, when they try to leave, they realize that their brother Theo is running late and still needs to get dressed.

In the meantime, Cliff Huxtable, the family's father, is upstairs in his study, trying to get a little work done before he goes to the office. However, he is continually interrupted by his wife and children asking for his help. When he finally gets downstairs, he learns that Theo is still not ready for school and is having trouble tying his shoes. In a touching scene, Cliff takes the time to sit down with Theo and teach him how to tie his shoes.

Finally, the family is ready to leave for school, but they hit another snag: the family car won't start. Cliff tries to diagnose the problem himself before finally conceding that they need a mechanic's help. While they wait for the mechanic to arrive, the children begin to despair, thinking that they will be late for school. However, Clair steps in with a surprise: she arranged for the children to ride to school in a limousine. The family is delighted, and even Cliff manages to let go of his annoyance at not being able to fix the car.

The rest of the episode follows the children's first day of school, as they navigate the social challenges and academic demands that come with a new school year. Theo struggles to keep up in class, Denise reconnects with her old friends, and Rudy develops a crush on her new teacher. The episode ends with the Huxtables gathering together in the living room, grateful for the start of a new school year.

Overall, the first episode of The Cosby Show's second season is a heartwarming and relatable portrayal of family dynamics and the anxieties that come with the start of a new school year. The episode showcases the Huxtable family's love for one another, as well as their willingness to come together to face challenges. With its charming humor and thoughtful portrayal of family life, "First Day of School" is a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone looking for a nostalgic trip back to the 1980s.