Jon & Kate Plus 8 Season 4, Episode 18: Back to School

Boys Day Out

Jon takes the boys golfing for a boys day out, while the twins are in school and Kate takes the little girls grocery shopping to buy ingredients for a special snack, Monkey Munch.

Girls Day Out

Kate takes all five girls for a fun day at a paint your own pottery place, while Jon takes the boys to his gym where they learn about exercise while Jon works out

Sextuplets Turn 4

What would be an ordinary lazy Sunday in the Gosselin home is a celebratory day for the Gosselin family as they celebrate the sextuplets' fourth birthday! In this episode, Jon and Kate take the kids to a local bakery to personally decorate their very own birthday cupcakes. The only problem is Mommy and Daddy won't let them eat their special treats until after dinner! Now as four-year olds, will the sextuplets be able to exercise patience or will their love for a sweet birthday treat get the best of them?

Korean Dinner

The Gosselin kids are growing up quickly, and it's time they learned about their background. In this episode, Jon decides to teach his children about their heritage by cooking a delicious, traditional Korean meal for the whole family! He even takes them to the Asian Market and teaches them about Korean food as he shops for the perfect ingredients for his Grandmother's Korean recipe. Learn all about Korean food with the Gosselin kids and watch as the Gosselin kids react to this new food, which is part of their roots.

Embarrassing & Favorite Moments

The Gosselin kids get a treat when they visit Sesame Place, and are personally greeted by Elmo, Big Bird and other furry characters from the childhood television staple, Sesame Street! In this episode, they tour the set of Elmo's World where Elmo plays with them and gives them lot of hugs and kisses. Also, the Gosselin family learns a new meaning to the phrase "Sunny Days" when the intense heat of this summer day creates the temptation for major meltdowns. How will the whole family hold up under the heat?

Sunny Day

Every child's favorite tank engine stops in for a visit in near the Gosselin household, prompting Jon and Kate to take their Thomas the Train-loving kids to see him. Jon and Kate now face the issue of trying to please differing age and gender groups. Will the girls have fun interacting with Thomas too or are trains more of boy thing? Also in this episode, Kate deals with the reality of how recognizable their family has become to the public and the newfound stress that comes from family outings like this.

All Aboard

In this episode, Jon and Kate pack up the kids and head south for a speaking engagement and a trip to a nearby beach. Along the way, they take a few detours and look at property as they've often discussed moving somewhere warmer. Is this just wishful thinking or could their explorations lead to a big move? And how will the sextuplets handle the long car trip now that they're a little older?

Heading South

Wild Horses

As part of their trip to the South, the Gosselins explore when they take several unique tours. In this episode, Jon and Kate engage the curiosity of their animal-loving children and take them on an open Jeep tour which follows the wild horses dwelling along the coastal beaches. Also in this episode, as the family climbs to the top of a real lighthouse, some family members discover a fear of heights. Who will make it to the top?

Beach Trip

On this Independence Day, Jon and Kate celebrate with yummy food, fun and fireworks. The girls get their hair braided and wrapped with colorful thread, which turns out to be more trouble than it's worth. Also in this episode, Kate and the kids make a patriotic cake that looks like the American flag to enjoy after their big seafood dinner. The kids get to play with sparklers for the first time and finish the day off with watching fireworks by a lighthouse!

July 4th Celebrations

On this Independence Day, Jon and Kate celebrate with yummy food, fun and fireworks. The girls get their hair braided and wrapped with colorful thread, which turns out to be more trouble than it's worth. Also in this episode, Kate and the kids make a patriotic cake that looks like the American flag to enjoy after their big seafood dinner. The kids get to play with sparklers for the first time and finish the day off with watching fireworks by a lighthouse!

Kate's Labor Day

At the ripe age of four, the sextuplets wonder where they came from and how they got a start in this big world. Jon and Kate decide to show them the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) where they spent their first several weeks. They meet the doctors and nurses who were there on their birthday. They'll even get to have a sleepover in the condo that Mommy and Daddy lived in during their stay in the NICU!

Backyard Campout

Jon and Kate decide to mix it up and go camping in their own back yard! In this episode, they must take the kids to a local sporting goods store to pick out their own sleeping bag and lantern and get enough tents for a family of ten! Everyone is ready and excited about s'mores and sleeping outdoors until the finicky weather threatens to cancel the nighttime adventure. Will rain clouds ruin the plans for marshmallow roasting and outdoor fun or will the Gosselins be able to have a true backyard campout?

Sight and Sound

After three years on camera, viewers are still full of curiosity and awe at how Jon and Kate do what they do each day. In this episode, viewers continue to flood Jon and Kate's inbox with questions about how they make life with eight kids as normal as possible. Jon and Kate sit down and go through some of the most interesting and entertaining emails that viewers have sent and answer their questions.

Viewer FAQ

Jon and Kate answer e-mails from viewers who want to know such things as whether they plan to have more children and how they do the family's laundry.

30 min

Picture Perfect

When Kate heads out of town for a few days, Jon must carry the load for the both of them! Acting as two parents, Jon finds himself challenged by things that he never considered before such as how to get eight kids to school on time! While Kate's away, Jon gets to do things his way, but will he be able to survive without Kate's help or will he come out of this experience with a new-found appreciation for his wife?

Mr. Mom

When Kate heads out of town for a few days, Jon must carry the load for the both of them! Acting as two parents, Jon finds himself challenged by things that he never considered before such as how to get eight kids to school on time! While Kate's away, Jon gets to do things his way, but will he be able to survive without Kate's help or will he come out of this experience with a new-found appreciation for his wife?

Baseball Game with Daddy

Jon and Kate are heading west, far west, and they're bringing all eight kids along to see the beauty of Hawaii and to be a part of their vow renewal! But before they leave for the land of sun, there's much to be done! The couple must prepare for the farthest trip West their family has ever taken. In addition to packing for a family ten, Kate must also find the perfect dress for the renewal of vows ceremony.

Hawaii Here We Come

Jon and Kate are heading west, far west, and they're bringing all eight kids along to see the beauty of Hawaii and to be a part of their vow renewal! But before they leave for the land of sun, there's much to be done! The couple must prepare for the farthest trip West their family has ever taken. In addition to packing for a family ten, Kate must also find the perfect dress for the renewal of vows ceremony.

Legos & Safaris

En route to Hawaii for fun and the special renewal of vows ceremony, the Gosselins touch down in San Diego, California for a few days to explore and minimize the stress of the long trip to Hawaii. Jon and Kate take the kids to Legoland, a huge theme park built around the childhood staple toy, Legos! The park is filled with exciting rides, live shows, and thematic dining. The Gosselins also embark on a safari at the nationally renowned Wild Animal Park within the San Diego Zoo. With so many animal-loving children, the Gosselins are guaranteed to have a wildlife adventure!

Leis & Luaus

After several days of travel, the Gosselins finally arrive in Hawaii, and they are ready to discover the reputed beauty of the 50th American state. The Gosselins learn about Hawaiian culture through private lei making and hula lessons, Hawaiian cooking classes and participating in a traditional Grand Luau. Additionally, the family continues to practice their new-found swimming skills when they go snorkeling in the Pacific Ocean!

For Better or Worse

After almost ten years of marriage, the Gosselin family has expanded from two to ten! Jon and Kate prove that they are more committed than ever to each other and their unique life together as parents of multiples. Kate meets with the wedding planner to finalize the special day and the rest of the family prepares for the wedding vow renewal ceremony and catches up with Jon's side of the family. You are cordially invited to attend Jon and Kate's special day in Hawaii!

Yard Sale

When the Gosselins expanded from a family of four to a family of ten, it's no surprise that the amount of stuff they needed multiplied as well. Jon and Kate have realized how much they've accumulated over the last four years and have decided it's time to clean house and hold a Gosselin-sized yard sale! From strollers to toys to clothes and shoes, Jon and Kate aim to sell everything and give all the proceeds to a charitable cause, since so much was given to them.

It's a Book

The twins are excited when Jon and Kate give them an opportunity to be a mommy to the sextuplets for an entire day. But as they try to guide, feed, and instruct their younger siblings, they soon learn that the grass isn't always greener on the other side. Can Mady and Cara work together and keep the little kids under control, or will there be chaos and meltdowns from both sides? Find out what happens when 2 eight-year-olds attempt to parent 6 four-year-olds!

Twins Are Mommy For A Day

The twins are excited when Jon and Kate give them an opportunity to be a mommy to the sextuplets for an entire day. But as they try to guide, feed, and instruct their younger siblings, they soon learn that the grass isn't always greener on the other side. Can Mady and Cara work together and keep the little kids under control, or will there be chaos and meltdowns from both sides? Find out what happens when 2 eight-year-olds attempt to parent 6 four-year-olds!

Giving Back

With such a large family, Jon and Kate always plan for ways to save money and time. Kate often sets aside a whole day to make multiple meals that she can freeze and use in the future. On this day, she plans to make lots of soup for the upcoming winter season, but the day doesn't quite go as she expected. Additionally, Jon and Kate have some exciting news to share with the kids that will affect the whole family!

Soup & A Surprise

With such a large family, Jon and Kate always plan for ways to save money and time. Kate often sets aside a whole day to make multiple meals that she can freeze and use in the future. On this day, she plans to make lots of soup for the upcoming winter season, but the day doesn't quite go as she expected. Additionally, Jon and Kate have some exciting news to share with the kids that will affect the whole family!

All Smiles

For years viewers have watched and marveled as Jon & Kate have raised their adorable brood. Through viewer e-mails and video uploads, hundreds of viewers have inquired about the Gosselins. Jon and Kate sit down, prepared to answer all about their family, their children, and their extraordinary life as the parents of sextuplets and twins. It's all you wanted to know and more!

All You Wanted to Know

Jon and Kate have long desired to find a home that fits the needs and space of their large family. That day has finally come, and they're ready to show the new house to all eight kids for the first time! The eager Gosselin kids get to see what their soon-to-be new home looks like before moving day, but will they share the same enthusiasm for the new house as Jon and Kate?

The New House

Jon and Kate have long desired to find a home that fits the needs and space of their large family. That day has finally come, and they're ready to show the new house to all eight kids for the first time! The eager Gosselin kids get to see what their soon-to-be new home looks like before moving day, but will they share the same enthusiasm for the new house as Jon and Kate?

The Big Move

It's the day Jon and Kate have been anticipating - Moving Day! After lots of planning and preparation, the Gosselin clan finally packs up and moves to a more spacious home. Jon and Kate say goodbye to the house where their children spent most of their young lives, and the family embarks on a new chapter of life. But they must first get there. Can they pull off such a large move with little conflict, or will the immensity of moving a family of ten, increase the usual stress and frustration associated with moving?

Walk in the Woods

After a recent move and lots of unpacking, the Gosselin kids decide to get some fresh air and get out of the house! While Kate's away in the Big Apple, Jon and the kids set out to explore and hike in the woods near their new house. With walking sticks in hand, they're off on an outdoor adventure! Will all the kids enjoy the great outdoors or will there be inevitable meltdowns?

Home Sweet Home

Jon and Kate have successfully moved themselves and their brood to a new, more spacious house. Although the big move is over, there's lots of work to be done! As they begin to transform a new house into their new home, the kids play and explore the new property. Jon and Kate also set out to choose tile for the basement, but will they be able to agree, or will this outing result in a Gosselin-sized argument?

Puppies!

Now that the Gosselins live in a more spacious home, Jon and Kate have agreed that it's time to expand their already large family. To the delight of the Gosselin children, the whole family sets out to get two new puppies! While the kids enjoy playing with the newest family members, how will Kate handle the additional stress that comes with raising new puppies?

Bye Old House

The Gosselins have settled in their new home, but they head back to the old house to tie up some loose ends and prepare it to be put on the market. From moving extra boxes to meeting with the realtor, the Gosselins are ready to sell the old house. As the family visits the old house for the last time, will they find that absence makes the heart grow fonder, or that their newest house is the home they've always wanted?

Trip to the Vet

The Gosselin German Shepherd puppies, Nala and Shooka, are growing rapidly. Though they hardly resemble puppies anymore, they're still as curious as can be! But too much curiosity causes an unexpected visit to the vet for one of them. How will the family handle this scare with one of the new family members?

Slops, Sleds, And Sesame

The Gosselins had more tears than smiles to share the first time the Gosselin family went skiing together. A year later, the Gosselin family has learned from their experiences. Jon and Cara head out to Utah to experience some more winter fun on the slopes, while Kate wisely hangs back with the rest of the clan. But how will Kate deal with taking care of seven children all on her own?

B-Bal And More

The Gosselin family goes to see the Harlem Globetrotters, but there's more in store than just amazing basketball!

Season Finale: Family Outing