July 28 he tried to speak to Police Captain John, who told him he could not discuss the incident. On August 26, 1993, following an investigation and a meeting with Eilers, Chief Patton found Eilers had committed eight specifications of misconduct and suspended him without pay for ten days.
Eilers appealed Patton's decision to the Civil Service Commission. Following a hearing, the Commission found Eilers committed five specifications of misconduct. The Commission reduced Eilers' suspension without pay to five days.
Eilers appealed to the district court. The district court found Eilers had not committed misconduct and reversed the Commission's decision.
The Commission appeals. It argues Eilers' actions on July 27 and his failure to timely report the incident constituted misconduct and the contrary finding by the district court was not supportedsmart, really smart. Without asking Benjamin, his parents move to a new town and put him two grades ahead of where he should be. Now a full head shorter than other kids in his new school, Benjamin is a perfect target for bullies. Is he destined to be an outcast once again?

Then strange things start happening. A bully brushed aside. A car diverted from smashing into a young girl. Is it coincidence or is Benjamin making them happen?

Follow Benjamin as he discovers his unique 'gift' while dealing with the complexities of junior high, friends, bullies, camp and strange visitors.