Sean and Annie have one chance to escape the potato famine in Ireland, and after surviving a shipwreck they land safely in America in search for their father.
But their new land is one of hardship and they live in poverty on the streets of Boston.
However, their adventure is just beginning.
After living aboard a steamboat they then join pioneers traveling across the prairies.
Their music and dancing bring joy to all they meet, but their family torc--a golden necklace--brings both blessings .