The main kids try to get all the other kids to help rescue T.J. when Miss Finster punishes him by making him have no recess.

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

Spinelli will do anything to keep her parents from attending parents' night and meeting the others.

The Ashleys try to force Spinelli to be just like them when Spinelli's first name is revealed.

The kids bring Miss Finster together with Hank when they find out she has a crush on him.

The kids dream about what the teachers' lounge must be like.

Loneliness compels Randall to want to make friends with the other kids.

The kids grow increasingly frustrated when rain keeps then indoors for recess for days.