The main kids try to get all the other kids to help rescue T.J. when Miss Finster punishes him by making him miss recess.

New kid Gus arrives at Third Street Elementary, but has to endure the indignities that a new kid must undergo.

The kids deal with a pompous expert on child research who wants to study them as they play.

Spinelli is inspired to form a cult based on the Swinger Girl when she thinks she's seen her swing over the top into another dimension.