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 stage a protest when Principal Prickly plans to tear down Ol' Rusty to replace it with a new jungle gym.

The kids stage an elaborate funeral for the 4th grade class's beloved hamster, wherein they learn about how many lives the hamster has touched.

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

At first only Mikey wants to participate in the Thanksgiving can drive competition against the unbeatable Ashleys. But then the other kids join in to beat the Ashleys.

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