The Mystery of Cleverly

Set in a small New Jersey town, the story revolves around a mischievous tradition among the older boys after the Christmas holidays. They meticulously plan a scheme to disrupt the normal school routine, maintaining a façade of seriousness during the morning. Once the schoolmaster departs for lunch and the younger children leave, the older students lock the doors and windows, unleashing an afternoon of fun and chaos. This blend of youthful rebellion and camaraderie captures the essence of childhood mischief in a quaint setting.