Ep 1. First Kiss

Lizzie McGuire season 2 episode 1, titled "First Kiss," follows the antics of thirteen-year-old Lizzie as she navigates the awkward waters of adolescence. Things are really starting to heat up for Lizzie and her pals, Miranda and Gordo, as they enter the 8th grade. But with bigger school lockers, a stricter dress code, and a new Math teacher who has a strict "no talking" rule, they quickly realize that growing up isn't always easy.

The episode opens with Lizzie and Miranda lamenting the fact that they have yet to experience their first kiss. Gordo, ever the practical joker, suggests they practice kissing on him, but they're not amused. Meanwhile, Lizzie's crush, Ethan Craft, has just transferred to their school and Lizzie is determined to make a move. She enlisted the help of Miranda and Gordo to arrange a group hangout at the arcade, where Ethan works. As Lizzie struggles to muster up the courage to kiss Ethan, Miranda and Gordo comically try to distract Ethan's friends.

The trio managed to slip away from Ethan's friends and found a secluded place to talk. As they talk, Ethan leans in for a kiss. Lizzie panics and winds up wiping his face with the sleeve of her jacket instead of kissing him. Ethan is confused as to what just happened, and Lizzie, mortified, apologizes and leaves.

Back at school, the girls are worried about what people will say, and Ethan's friends are making fun of him for kissing Lizzie. When he confronts Lizzie at school, she tries to explain what happened, but it doesn't really work out how she intended. They make up, but Lizzie realizes that she's not ready for her first kiss yet.

Overall, the episode touches on relatable topics to its intended audience, such as struggling with awkward moments and crushes that don't go as planned. The show provides humor and some valuable lessons about growing up, making it a great addition to the coming-of-age genre.