Benjamin's parents are separated and he stays part of the time with his dad, on his house boat. One day at school, Mr. Keene, the janitor, has fallen and Ben stops to help. He is asked to call 911 because Mr. Keene thinks he has broken his leg. He gives Ben a coin and tells him to keep it safe. Mr. Keene dies in the hospital, and Ben and Jill go to the library to find more information about the school - founded in 1783 by Duncan Oaks, and the plan to close the school in order to build a theme park. Mr. Oaks loved the school so much, he was buried in the middle of the playground. Ben and Jill conduct their investigation despite interference from the new sinister janitor. ...to be continued.
Mark Twain Award Preliminary Nominee 2012-13
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