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.

Author: Sandra Dallas
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
Published: 02/01/2013
Pages: 216
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 7.90h x 5.50w x 0.80d
ISBN: 9781585367993

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.8
Point Value: 7
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 153808 / Quilt Walk