This story shows young readers that grown up responsiblities are not an easy task. But once completed, gives you a good sense of self worth and love for the family. Johnny encounters several adventures on his trip to deliver the familys crop for the year, after his father suffers an injury. He undertakes the trip with reluctance and an uncertain attitude. He soon discovers, its not as easy as he originally thought. Through trial and error and the fine example that had been set by his parents, Johnny goes through this adventure pretty much on his own.