0:00:02 > 0:00:05# Every day when you're walkin' down the street
0:00:05 > 0:00:07# Everybody that you meet
0:00:07 > 0:00:10# Has an original point of view
0:00:10 > 0:00:12- # And I say, hey!- Hey!
0:00:12 > 0:00:17# What a wonderful kind of day If we can learn to work and play
0:00:17 > 0:00:21# And get along with each other
0:00:21 > 0:00:23# You gotta listen to your heart Listen to the beat
0:00:23 > 0:00:26# Listen to the rhythm The rhythm of the street
0:00:26 > 0:00:29# Open up your eyes! Open up your ears!
0:00:29 > 0:00:32# Get together and make things better By working together
0:00:32 > 0:00:37# It's a simple message And it comes from the heart
0:00:37 > 0:00:41# Oh, believe in yourself For that's the place to start
0:00:41 > 0:00:46- # And I say, hey!- Hey! - What a wonderful kind of day
0:00:46 > 0:00:51# If we can learn to work and play And get along with each other
0:00:51 > 0:00:56# What a wonderful kind of day, hey! What a wonderful kind of day, HEY! #
0:00:56 > 0:00:58Hey, DW!
0:01:00 > 0:01:02- Hey!- Whoooooa! Oof!
0:01:04 > 0:01:07Three... Two... One...
0:01:07 > 0:01:10Zero. Ignition. Lift off.
0:01:14 > 0:01:17Do you know what I love about astrophysics -
0:01:17 > 0:01:21the study of how planets and stuff move through space?
0:01:21 > 0:01:23Hey! What's this button for?
0:01:24 > 0:01:27You can predict exactly what they'll do.
0:01:30 > 0:01:34Earth and Mars circle the sun in predictable patterns called orbits,
0:01:34 > 0:01:38so even though they're travelling at about 50,000 miles an hour
0:01:38 > 0:01:40and are millions of miles apart,
0:01:40 > 0:01:42our rocket won't get lost.
0:01:42 > 0:01:45Hey! Come back, peas!
0:01:45 > 0:01:49All we have to do is aim for where Mars will be when we get there,
0:01:49 > 0:01:51eight months from now.
0:01:51 > 0:01:53Eight months?!
0:01:53 > 0:01:57What are we going to do on this tiny ship for eight months?
0:01:58 > 0:02:00Chess.
0:02:06 > 0:02:11You see? It's eight months later and we're right on target.
0:02:11 > 0:02:13And...checkmate.
0:02:13 > 0:02:18- That's 3,100 games to 3,099. - You cheated.
0:02:18 > 0:02:20You moved your king while I was out spacewalking.
0:02:20 > 0:02:22Oh, yeah?
0:02:22 > 0:02:25When I get this seatbelt off, I'm going to spacewalk all over you.
0:02:27 > 0:02:29Don't you love how you can rely on science?
0:02:29 > 0:02:31ALARMS BLARE
0:02:31 > 0:02:34If only people were the same way.
0:02:47 > 0:02:52And that was Bach's Violin Concerto No.1 in A minor.
0:02:52 > 0:02:54For all you amateur astronomers out there,
0:02:54 > 0:02:58you can watch the Carlsaganids meteor shower tonight
0:02:58 > 0:03:00at approximately 8:14pm.
0:03:07 > 0:03:10This time, nothing will stop me.
0:03:13 > 0:03:14Don't forget, Alan.
0:03:14 > 0:03:16I need your help tonight with that big ice cream order
0:03:16 > 0:03:18for Crosswire Motors.
0:03:18 > 0:03:19Way ahead of you, Mom.
0:03:19 > 0:03:23Tonight's the big meteor shower, so I asked Arthur if he'd sub for me.
0:03:23 > 0:03:26The curse won't get me this time!
0:03:26 > 0:03:27That's fine, dear.
0:03:27 > 0:03:29The curse?! What curse?
0:03:31 > 0:03:34Every time I try to see a meteor shower, something happens
0:03:34 > 0:03:36and I miss it.
0:03:36 > 0:03:38I missed the Perseids...
0:03:38 > 0:03:39DOOR BELL RINGS
0:03:41 > 0:03:45Alan, look who showed up for a surprise visit - Grandma!
0:03:45 > 0:03:47HE SIGHS
0:03:49 > 0:03:52'..I missed the Draconids...'
0:03:52 > 0:03:54Thanks for helping me clean up.
0:03:54 > 0:03:58Now go see your meteor shower. Everything here is under control.
0:04:08 > 0:04:10HE SIGHS
0:04:10 > 0:04:12'..and I missed the Quadrantids.'
0:04:17 > 0:04:19This is kind of embarrassing,
0:04:19 > 0:04:22but...would you know how to change a tyre?
0:04:23 > 0:04:25HE SIGHS
0:04:26 > 0:04:29Wow. You really are cursed.
0:04:29 > 0:04:31Want my lucky corn muffin?
0:04:31 > 0:04:33CLUNK!
0:04:33 > 0:04:35Thanks, but I'm prepared this year.
0:04:35 > 0:04:40I spent weeks mapping out solutions to everything that could go wrong.
0:04:40 > 0:04:42I did all my homework ahead of time,
0:04:42 > 0:04:47I finished up all my chores for the school band and the computer club,
0:04:47 > 0:04:51and I got Arthur to agree to help out in my mom's ice cream shop,
0:04:51 > 0:04:53out of the kindness of his heart.
0:04:54 > 0:04:57This time, my plans are foolproof.
0:04:57 > 0:04:58COUGHING
0:04:58 > 0:05:01Is it me, or is it really hot in here?
0:05:01 > 0:05:03HE COUGHS
0:05:03 > 0:05:05No, you're sick!
0:05:05 > 0:05:07Don't worry, Brain.
0:05:07 > 0:05:12- I can definitely still sub for you toni... - HE COUGHS
0:05:14 > 0:05:16- BOTH:- The curse!
0:05:16 > 0:05:18Your sub is going to need a sub.
0:05:18 > 0:05:20Oh...
0:05:20 > 0:05:22Where can I find someone who loves ice cream enough
0:05:22 > 0:05:25to spend a whole evening in my mom's shop?
0:05:25 > 0:05:27I'm available.
0:05:27 > 0:05:32- Where can I find someone RESPONSIBLE who loves...?- Aw, come on, Brain.
0:05:32 > 0:05:35I already have a list of innovations in my head.
0:05:35 > 0:05:40What do you think your mom would say to a hot fudge sloppy joe?
0:05:40 > 0:05:45I'd say that I'm probably going to regret this, but you're hired.
0:05:45 > 0:05:49And don't worry! It's not like I'm going to catch what Arthur has.
0:05:51 > 0:05:52Ooh, beans.
0:05:56 > 0:05:57BELL RINGS
0:05:59 > 0:06:02Alan, about the paper you handed in early...
0:06:02 > 0:06:04Is there something wrong with it?
0:06:04 > 0:06:05Oh, no. It's excellent.
0:06:05 > 0:06:07I was wondering if you'd read it aloud
0:06:07 > 0:06:10at the open house for incoming students tonight.
0:06:10 > 0:06:11Tonight?! But tonight is...
0:06:11 > 0:06:15I really think it will inspire the next generation.
0:06:15 > 0:06:17I really appreciate that, but...
0:06:17 > 0:06:20Fern's the real author in our class!
0:06:20 > 0:06:23I'll bet she's written something even better.
0:06:23 > 0:06:26Could you let her read at tonight's open house instead?
0:06:26 > 0:06:28The open house for incoming students?
0:06:28 > 0:06:31Tonight? But I'm only on my sixth draft.
0:06:31 > 0:06:34- Well, I'd have to see her paper. - We'll get it to you soon.
0:06:37 > 0:06:41But I have a process! Writing is like preparing a stew.
0:06:41 > 0:06:45You have to stir the ingredients and let them marinade in the juices.
0:06:45 > 0:06:47What's more important, Fern?
0:06:47 > 0:06:50Cooking a meal or inspiring the next generation?
0:06:50 > 0:06:53What if I take a look at it before you hand it in?
0:06:53 > 0:06:56Every writer needs a good editor.
0:06:56 > 0:06:58OK. It's a deal.
0:06:59 > 0:07:01I saw it all, you genius.
0:07:01 > 0:07:04- Brain, I think you're finally going to beat...- Oh, hey!
0:07:04 > 0:07:06Coach just posted the new schedule,
0:07:06 > 0:07:09and guess whose turn it is to clean the equipment after soccer practice?
0:07:11 > 0:07:13BOTH: The curse!
0:07:19 > 0:07:21Heads up!
0:07:21 > 0:07:24I know it's just practice, but could you focus?
0:07:24 > 0:07:29I am focusing. What's another word for "cat-like"?
0:07:29 > 0:07:32I've got it! Feline.
0:07:32 > 0:07:34Can't you help out on the field?
0:07:34 > 0:07:38Can't you take over washing the equipment for me after practice?
0:07:38 > 0:07:43Told you... Muffy's dad... hosting a drive-in movie.
0:07:43 > 0:07:45Promised Muffy I'd help sell treats.
0:07:46 > 0:07:47Argh!
0:07:48 > 0:07:51- WHISTLE BLOWS - And time!
0:07:51 > 0:07:53Great practice, everyone!
0:07:56 > 0:07:59Practice is over already? I'm only on page two!
0:08:05 > 0:08:10Hmm, I'm quite impressed. OK, Fern, you're on. Alan, you can go.
0:08:10 > 0:08:14Thanks, Fern. I don't know where I'd be without your lyrical style.
0:08:14 > 0:08:17Lyrical? What do you mean, lyrical?
0:08:17 > 0:08:20Just that it's very, um, descriptive.
0:08:20 > 0:08:23You're saying I use too many adjectives, aren't you?
0:08:23 > 0:08:28- I knew it! I'm starting over. - What? No, it's perfect.
0:08:29 > 0:08:30HE SIGHS
0:08:31 > 0:08:34And so the first astronauts on the moon learned
0:08:34 > 0:08:38that craters are formed by the impact of meteorites,
0:08:38 > 0:08:41stones drawn to us by gravity from the far reaches of space
0:08:41 > 0:08:43and our imagination.
0:08:43 > 0:08:46APPLAUSE
0:08:46 > 0:08:49So, er, what's a meteorite again?
0:08:49 > 0:08:51HE SIGHS
0:08:52 > 0:08:54Buster, perfect timing.
0:08:54 > 0:08:57I'll run in and get my gear and you can put on an apron and help my mom.
0:08:57 > 0:08:59- Hey... - HE COUGHS
0:08:59 > 0:09:02Is it hot out here, or is it just me?
0:09:04 > 0:09:06I don't know why you're still here, Brain.
0:09:06 > 0:09:11- HE COUGHS - I'm fine. I have this...covered.
0:09:11 > 0:09:13Covered in germs!
0:09:13 > 0:09:17- It's the curse. - It's not a curse, Alan.
0:09:17 > 0:09:21You're just delayed because you're being so nice and helpful. Now run.
0:09:21 > 0:09:23I can handle the rest myself.
0:09:25 > 0:09:28You want me to put these strawberries in the freezer, Mrs P?
0:09:28 > 0:09:30HE SNEEZES
0:09:32 > 0:09:33Out!
0:09:38 > 0:09:41Would you help me cross the street?
0:09:49 > 0:09:52Really, it's fine. You don't have to tip me.
0:09:52 > 0:09:54Oh, I insist.
0:09:56 > 0:09:58HE SIGHS
0:09:59 > 0:10:02The best time to see most meteor showers is late at night
0:10:02 > 0:10:03when it's dark.
0:10:03 > 0:10:06But the Carlsaganids happen early in the evening,
0:10:06 > 0:10:11and this year, there's only a thin crescent moon
0:10:11 > 0:10:15so we'll get a great view much earlier.
0:10:16 > 0:10:198:10pm. I can't believe I made it!
0:10:20 > 0:10:24I'm away from the city lights for better viewing, with my camera,
0:10:24 > 0:10:26green tea and...
0:10:27 > 0:10:29What in the name of Copernicus?!
0:10:35 > 0:10:38Hey, Brain. Welcome to Muffy's dad's drive-in movie.
0:10:38 > 0:10:40I told you I'd get better soon.
0:10:40 > 0:10:43- Me too. I'm... - HE COUGHS
0:10:43 > 0:10:44..the picture of health.
0:10:44 > 0:10:47How come you're not watching the meteor shower?
0:10:47 > 0:10:49It's too bright.
0:10:49 > 0:10:50Want some ice cream?
0:10:50 > 0:10:53How about some popcorn?
0:10:53 > 0:10:55No! That's it. I give up.
0:10:55 > 0:10:58The only thing I can count on in this world
0:10:58 > 0:11:03is that I'm cursed to never, ever see a meteor shower in person.
0:11:04 > 0:11:08Welcome to Crosswire Motors' temporary drive-in theatre.
0:11:08 > 0:11:12Enjoy the film, Douglas The Talking Dunebuggy.
0:11:15 > 0:11:17Boy, Brain looks so sad.
0:11:18 > 0:11:21He tried so hard, but the curse got him.
0:11:21 > 0:11:24I wish there was something we could do.
0:11:24 > 0:11:25Maybe there is.
0:11:29 > 0:11:31HE WHISPERS
0:11:36 > 0:11:40- Hey!- Where'd the movie go?!
0:11:40 > 0:11:42Er, technical difficulties, everyone.
0:11:42 > 0:11:44But in the meantime, look up!
0:11:44 > 0:11:47- Ooh!- Wow!
0:11:47 > 0:11:49The Carlsaganids!
0:11:49 > 0:11:52- Wow...- Wow!
0:11:52 > 0:11:55See, Brain, there is something else you can count on...
0:11:55 > 0:11:56us.