 Bernie Samuelson is a ceramic arts teacher at a children s summer camp. From the very first day, he notices that young Aaron Gold has a real talent for sculpture. Aaron much prefers ceramics to swimming classes but when the camp Director criticizes Bernie for Aaron s lateness at swimming, Bernie promises not to hold him back. After a few weeks though, Bernie let s Aaron skip swimming and then learns that Aaron is has yet to complete any of the camp activities. As parents  day approaches, the Director flies into a rage when he realizes Aaron has yet to complete his sculpture. When Aaron s Dad shows up, things become a little clearer.