In 1903, Dorothy and her family live a comfortable life in Britain. Her father and brother are captivated by the stories of free land in a far off country. Determined to make a living farming, the Bolton family strike out for Saskatchewan, following the Reverend Isaac Barr. The book is based on a true story. Patton interviewed Dorothy Bolton and recorded her experiences leaving Britain and travelling across Canada to the prairies. Her research into the Barr colony lifestyle and attitude is reflected through some of the characters."--Ministry of Education website.

English language arts grade 6 (2009).