Episodes
Season 1 · 22 Episodes
01Pilot9-year-old Sheldon Cooper is a once-in-a-generation mind capable of advanced mathematics and science but learns that isn’t always helpful growing up in East Texas, a land where church and football are king.
02Rockets, Communists, and the Dewey Decimal SystemTo appease his worried mother, Sheldon employs the techniques of a self-help book to try and make a friend.
03Poker, Faith, and EggsWhen George Sr. is rushed to the emergency room, Connie comes to babysit, and the kids have an adventure getting to the hospital on their own.
04A Therapist, a Comic Book, and a Breakfast SausageAfter choking on a breakfast sausage, Sheldon wrestles with his fear of solid foods and discovers comic books for the first time.
05A Solar Calculator, a Game Ball, and a Cheerleader's BosomSheldon struggles with newfound popularity after utilizing statistics to help the football team.
06A Patch, a Modem, and a ZantacWhen a NASA representative visits Sheldon’s school and dismisses his science, Sheldon is set on a mission to prove him wrong.
07A Brisket, Voodoo, and Cannonball RunThe kids brainstorm ways to resolve a family feud when Connie refuses to give George Sr. her brisket recipe.
08Cape Canaveral, Schrödinger's Cat, and Cyndi Lauper's HairWhile Mary, Connie and Missy have their girls night at the salon, the three Cooper men plan their road trip to see the space launcher, but it doesn't go as well as they plan.
09Spock, Kirk, and Testicular HerniaGeorge Sr. strikes a deal with Sheldon to tutor Georgie when poor grades threaten to keep him from playing football. While Sheldon's tutoring attempts are ultimately unsuccessful, he does learn some skills from his brother.
10An Eagle Feather, a String Bean, and an EskimoWhen Sheldon moves to Dallas to attend a school for gifted children, the family struggles to cope with his absence.
11Demons, Sunday School, and Prime NumbersA worried Mary sends Sheldon to Sunday school after she finds him playing Dungeons and Dragons with his friends, Tam and Billy.
12A Computer, a Plastic Pony, and a Case of BeerSheldon asks for a computer and unknowingly sparks a heated argument between Mary and George Sr. over the family’s finances.
13A Sneeze, Detention, and Sissy SpacekWhen flu season hits Medford, Sheldon takes extreme measures to remain healthy.
14Potato Salad, a Broomstick, and Dad's WhiskeyWhen Mary takes a job as church secretary, she finds herself becoming Pastor Jeff's marriage counselor. Also, Sheldon and Missy spend their first afternoon home alone.
15Dolomite, Apple Slices, and a Mystery WomanSheldon makes friends with an upperclassman who introduces him to a new field of science. Also, Mary and George disagree on how to handle Sheldon's blossoming social life.
16Killer Asteroids, Oklahoma, and a Frizzy Hair MachineA disappointing loss at the science fair sends Sheldon’s life in a new direction.
17Jiu-Jitsu, Bubble Wrap, and Yoo-hooSheldon is bullied by an unlikely character, and Mary and George disagree on how to handle the situation.
18A Mother, A Child, and a Blue Man's BacksideMary bans Sheldon from reading a mature comic book. Sheldon decides it's time to stop living under Mary's thumb.
19Gluons, Guacamole, and the Color PurpleWhen Sheldon is no longer academically challenged at Medford High, he audits a college class taught by Dr. John Sturgis.
20A Dog, a Squirrel, and a Fish Named FishA battle erupts between the Coopers and Sparks when the Sparks' new dog terrorizes Sheldon.
21Summer Sausage, a Pocket Poncho, and Tony DanzaWhile Sheldon is busy keeping tabs on Connie’s budding relationship with Dr. Sturgis, George Sr. and Mary attempt to bond with their other children.
22Vanilla Ice Cream, Gentleman Callers, and a Dinette SetWhen Connie is pursued by two gentlemen callers, Sheldon interferes, forcing her to set some ground rules.
