Tommy Braxton's father goes to war and never returns, forcing Tommy to become the man of the house and support his mom and sister. Tommy makes a friend and finds a way to save his family's farm when he meets a new friend, Jackie A.—a talking mule. Against all odds, Tommy and Jackie A. triumph over the older bullies and their horses at the county stock fair in a spectacular show of resolve and determination that caps off a winning family adventure!
