It's 1863 and 10-year-old Emmy Blue Hatchett has been told by her father
that soon their family will leave their farm, family, and friends in
Illinois, and travel west to a new home in Colorado. It's difficult
leaving family and friends behind. They might not see one another ever
again. When Emmy's grandmother comes to say goodbye, she gives Emmy a
special gift to keep her occupied on the trip. The journey by wagon
train is long and full of hardships. But the Hatchetts persevere and
reach their destination in Colorado, ready to start their new life.