The drums are beating, and it is finally powwow day. You know the sounds and feelings of this special celebration so well, but this year is different for River. After dealing with a serious illness, she is still too weak to join the dancing. Instead of stepping into the circle with her sisters and cousins, River must sit on the sidelines and watch. You will feel her sadness and isolation as she longs to be out there in her jingle dress. But as you listen to the steady rhythm of the drum and watch the swirling colors of the dancers, something magical happens. River begins to understand the deep healing power of her community. Experience the joy of tribal traditions and the comforting warmth of family. The music might just give River the hope and strength she needs to believe she will dance again.