Bob's Burgers season 5 episode 14 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Tina struggles with a book report on "Call of the Wild," unable to start reading. Bob receives a "True Lies" helicopter but it breaks immediately. Seeking a refund, Bob confronts the seller, Sheldon, leading to a remote control helicopter battle. Linda and Louise help Tina prepare an unconventional book report performance. Tina's improvised, panicked presentation surprisingly captures the book's themes, impressing her teacher. Meanwhile, Bob learns the value of letting things go after his excessive confrontation with Sheldon.

Full Episode S05E14 Recap

### Opening Scene: The Belcher Family at Home - Tina struggles with her book report on "Call of the Wild," having not started reading. - Bob receives a package containing a remote control helicopter from the movie "True Lies." - Bob tries flying the helicopter, but it breaks upon landing. ### Tina's Book Report Woes - Tina expresses her anxiety over reading and understanding the book. - Louise and Linda offer Tina unorthodox advice on handling book reports without reading the book. ### Bob's Helicopter Debacle - Bob, angered by the broken helicopter, decides to confront the seller, Sheldon, for a refund. - Gene accompanies Bob, seeing it as an opportunity to learn about being a man of action. ### Linda and Louise's Book Report Plan for Tina - Linda and Louise concoct a plan to help Tina with her book report through a performance involving props, costumes, and music. ### Bob and Gene's Confrontation with Sheldon - Bob and Gene face Sheldon, who refuses to refund and attacks them with a customized helicopter. - Bob decides to escalate the situation by acquiring a more advanced helicopter for a showdown. ### Tina's Rehearsal for the Book Report - Tina rehearses for her performance with Linda and Louise's help, using tap dancing and a dogsled prop. ### The Showdown at Sheldon's - Bob engages in an aerial battle with Sheldon using remote control helicopters. - Bob gets stranded on a ledge during the fight, and Gene questions the necessity of their actions. ### Tina's Unique Book Report Presentation - Tina, overwhelmed by the pressure, improvises her book report presentation, expressing the book's themes through her panic and actions. - Tina's unorthodox method impresses her teacher, earning praise for her performance. ### Resolution - Bob reflects on the day's events with Gene, realizing the importance of letting things go. - Linda and Bob watch Tina's successful book report, with Linda winning the title of "best parent of the week."

Frequently Asked Questions

What book is Tina struggling to write a report on?

"Call of the Wild."

What does Bob receive in the package?

A remote control helicopter from the movie "True Lies."

How does Bob's helicopter break?

It breaks upon landing after its first flight.

How does Tina feel about reading "Call of the Wild"?

She is anxious and struggling to start reading it.

What advice do Louise and Linda give Tina about her book report?

They suggest she can handle the report without reading the book, using pizzazz and showmanship.

Why does Bob decide to confront Sheldon?

To get a refund for the broken helicopter.

What happens when Bob and Gene confront Sheldon?

Sheldon attacks them with a customized helicopter and refuses a refund.

What do Linda and Louise plan for Tina's book report?

A performance with music, costumes, and props.

What does Bob use in his showdown with Sheldon?

A more advanced remote control helicopter.

How does Tina handle her book report presentation?

She improvises, expressing the book's themes through her actions and panic.

What does the teacher think of Tina's book report?

The teacher is impressed and believes Tina embodied the book's themes.

What lesson does Bob learn from the day's events?

The importance of letting things go.

Who wins the title of "best parent of the week"?

Linda.

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