Angela and her young siblings, Johnny and Priscilla, are living in poverty with no parental supervision. Angela wakes up to a cold morning, and the fire has gone out and the food in the pantry is low. Angela then decides to do something fun with her siblings and announces a treasure hunt. The children imagine themselves as pirates and Angela draws a map, and the children set off on their treasure hunt. The story highlights the struggles of a poor family, where even milk is a luxury. Angela's responsible and caring nature is evident as she takes care of her siblings and tries to provide them with a sense of adventure despite their circumstances.