The Earth Boy and Mr. Brown

"The Earth Boy and Mr. Brown" is a short story that starts off on an ordinary Saturday afternoon in an ordinary park. Or is it? Baseball practice is over, and eleven-year-old Freddy Oliver is walking home, just like any other day. When he stumbles over a rat-sized alien creature, he is stumped and intrigued. He hides his new pet from his parents, teachers, and most of the kids at school. When he risks his life to save it, the future comes down for a visit, and Freddy's life is changed forever. Fast forward to Fred Oliver, the adult, and his life is still changing.