Julia is Big Bird's new friend who has austism. Bird Bird learns some important traits about her in order for them to play together.

Grover sings about how both you and him are special and there is no one else like either of us.

Eddy decides to not follow the rules and tries to convince the other kids in the cul-de-sac that they don't need to either. Initially, they express fear and doubt, but soon they follow suit.

The gang sings about how art is expressive and reflects who you are.

Over dinner, Bartleby tries to explain to his parents why it's not necessary for him to go to college. He argues that it's fiscally irresponsible to do so. His parents don't understand and tell him that he has to attend college in order to succeed in life. Bartleby gives examples of successful people who didn't attend college, but it doesn't change his parents' mind.