In this retelling of a traditional story, all of the animals are very scared because of the Great Fire in Brother Forest and run away to the Sacred River. They are shocked when they see Hummingbird returning from the river and try to stop her from going back to the fire. They all learn a lesson about bravery and perseverance when they see Hummingbird overcome her fear and do what she can to help put out the fire.

"A Rubicon book"--Cover. Series editors: David Bouchard, Robert Cutting. Literacy consultant: David Booth.