The sun rose high into the sky. It nurtured the plants below it and gave the land life. The water flowing through the valley helped the sun to make the area grow. The leaves of the plants that drank the water and absorbed energy from the sun were eaten by massive creatures that roamed the Earth billions of years ago. They were known as the dinosaurs, varying from shapes and sizes.

The dinosaurs lived in separate herds in the outside world, but in the nutritious valley, dinosaurs of every kind lived together in harmony. Among the creatures who lived in this valley were the longnecks, the spiketails, the threehorns, the swimmers, and the fliers. There was a particular group of kids that were one of each of the major dinosaurs. They played, laughed, and grew in this place known as the Great Valley.

The leader of this strange herd of five was a longneck called Littlefoot. He was a brownish Apatosaurus with reddish brown eyes. He was an intelligent longneck for his age. During his trails of life, his mother had died, and he had come close to death a quite a few times also. He arrived to the Great Valley as the leader of his friends and was reunited with his grandparents. He had shown compassion, concern, and interest towards others and unexplainable things. He was a natural born leader like his father.

A three-horn, or triceratops, had been there when Littlefoot's mother died. This yellow baby named Cera was a hothead. Due to her father, Topsy, she overlooked the little things and was very simple minded. During some times, she had managed to show her brain power and caring to her friends.

A brown Pteranodon was the loyal friend of the crew. His name was Petrie, and he was the longneck's aerial advantage to hatch a plan sometimes. The black eyed flyer was the only one in the group who did not speak correctly, even as they grew, nor was he the brightest. However, his courageous acts were noted by his friends even though he was easily frightened.

Ducky was the name of the greenish Parasaurolophus with blue eyes. She was also a devoted friend to the longneck and was his first loyal friend he made during his quest to the Great Valley. She showed compassion and concern towards others. Anger would get the best of her a few times, but other than that, she was very perky and lovable.

The forest green Stegosaurus with violet eyes was the adopted brother of Ducky called Spike. He was the youngest of the group of five and the quietest. In fact, he couldn't speak and spent most of the time eating. This was probably due to the fact he was shaken as an egg many times, like Littlefoot. He was loyal to the longneck and would be the tie-breaker of the others' decision.

They were sitting at the water's edge. Ducky and Littlefoot were relaxing in the water as Cera, Spike, and Petrie slept in the grass growing around the river. That day, the bright circle shined down upon the content folks of the Great Valley. The young ones praised the day for being so tranquil.

"This is the life," Cera exhaled.

"No worries, no troubles," said Petrie. "Just a relaxing day."

Spike nodded.

"Yep, yep," said Ducky.

Littlefoot swam around until he heard his grandparents calling. He said goodbye to his friends and rushed off to meet his grandparents. His grandparents were often called Grandpa Longneck and Grandma Longneck throughout everyone in the Great Valley. Both had gray-bluish scales and were one of the wisest elders in the Great Valley. His grandpa was considered to be one of the leaders of all in the Great Valley.

"What is it?" Littlefoot asked with curiosity.

"It's that time again," said Grandma Longneck.

He knew what she meant. He was having those weird dreams again about the sun. This would mean they would have to leave the Great Valley and go to the crater of longnecks.

"Are we leaving soon?"

"The bright circle is going behind those mountains any moment," said Grandpa Longneck. "It's best we eat and sleep so we have energy tomorrow."

Littlefoot nodded his head. The three of them headed out to find some green food to eat before the light disappeared.

As the sun rose up, Littlefoot and his grandparents left the Great Valley. He never told his friends where he was going, but Grandpa Longneck had mentioned to Mr. Threehorn that they would be gone for a few bright circles.

"Grandma, how long do you think we will be gone?"

"I don't know Littlefoot, but you know we always return."

"I know, but I always feel uncomfortable when we're with the other longnecks. Especially the girls."

Grandma and Grandpa Longneck looked at each other and chuckled. Grandma Longneck looked down.

"Oh. Young one, you shouldn't feel nervous. Why, you didn't feel nervous when Ali is with you."

Littlefoot thought about it. As they grew up, he saw her and became more and more nervous when he confronted her. He looked up at his grandma.

"I guess."

"Don't worry Littlefoot," said Grandpa Longneck. "These strange feelings you have are part of growing up. You are getting bigger and stronger everyday. You develop these feelings as you grow. It's part of life."

Littlefoot figured his grandpa was right and said nothing more. Grandpa Longneck chuckled. Littlefoot had grown up so much, and now he was showing first signs of being a teenager.

"Littlefoot left with his grandparents," Cera told the others. "It's that time again when the bright circle is blocked."

"That's probably why he seemed so uneasy," said Ducky.

"Well then. I guess we'll have to enjoy the mudbaths without him while he's off adventuring," said Cera.

Spike nodded happily.

"He come back anyway," said Petrie.

The four friends left for the pits of hot mud without their leader.

Littlefoot and his grandparents arrived to the valley where all the longnecks were. Littlefoot walked behind his grandparents. He was still nervous in seeing the young female longnecks. The feelings in him felt like his stomach was in pain. He walked up to Grandpa's side and asked about his father to distract him.

"Well, your father should be here. Besides, I think it is wise to find him to talk about your problem."

Littlefoot nodded.

"We've been walking for a couple of bright days," said Littlefoot. "Why don't I find him while you relax? You and Grandma must be tired."

Grandpa and Grandma Longneck smiled.

"Alright Littlefoot," said Grandma Longneck. "If we need us, we'll be near the roaring falls."

His grandparents left. Littlefoot exhaled in relief. This was his own problem, and his grandparents did not need to get involved. He was annoyed at himself on why he brought it up in the first place.

During the trip, his grandparents swayed words around in order to confuse Littlefoot. He didn't buy what they said. He knew his grandparents were hiding something when his grandma repeatedly suggested that he asked his father. What did his father know that his grandparents did not? It bothered him throughout the calm trip.

Littlefoot found his father eating the leaves of a tall tree. Littlefoot's father was a darker brown Apatosaurus with blue-green eyes named Bron. Bron was a patient leader of a herd of longnecks who chose to follow him during his quest to find Littlefoot. Littlefoot was his only biological son, but he had a foster son called Shorty.

"Dad."

"Hi, Littlefoot. Been awhile, has it?"

"Sure has. It's great to see you."

"Same here, my son. Where's your grandparents?"

"Near the roaring falls. I told them to relax as I went to look for you. They told me you could answer a question I have."

Bron lowered his head to his son's level.

"A question? Well, ask away."

"Well, it's not really a question. As I've grown, I become nervous around the young female longnecks. It's an awful feeling in my stomach. I was wondering how I could stop it."

"It's part of growing up Littlefoot. It's just like jealously or angry. It's a feeling that takes a huge part when you're growing up. I felt that way, and your grandpa felt that way. I especially felt it when I met your mom."

Littlefoot's eyes widened with curiosity.

"Why?"

"I can't explain, but when you feel that feeling, just remember it is for only someone you deeply care about. When time comes, you'll know what I mean. Now then, you must be hungry after a long trip."

Littlefoot nodded. His father knocked down the tree he was eating from. Littlefoot smiled. Littlefoot ate as his dad told the story of how he met his wife.

"I was traveling one day alone. The remaining herd members were killed by a sharpteeth. I managed to escape. Wondering around, I bonked into some other longnecks who said they were going to a valley to rest. I followed them. When we entered the valley, the other longnecks welcomed us. The elders told us that we were welcomed to stay if we chose to. The traveling herd elders said that they were in search for a luscious place called the Great Valley and wouldn't be here for long. I separated from the herd to go get some water. As I got a drink, I saw a picture of your mother in the water. She was eating the tops of a tall tree. When I saw here, she looked like the most beautiful longneck I ever saw."

"And then you had me," interrupted Littlefoot.

"It wasn't that easy. See-"

"Littlefoot," called Grandpa Longneck.

Grandma Longneck and he were walking over to greet Bron and spend time with their grandson.

"Papa Longneck," Bron greeted.

"You were right, Grandpa," said Littlefoot. "Dad did answer my question."

"Oh?"

"Littlefoot, why don't you find Shorty?" suggested his father. "Your grandfather and I need to talk."

Littlefoot nodded and ran off, unaware of the discussion about him.

The eclipse passed, and the longnecks were headed home. Littlefoot was with his dad, saying his goodbyes.

"Dad, thanks for everything."

"No problem, my son. You are getting bigger. It was only a matter of time."

"Well, I'll see you again. You and Shorty."

"We'll see you again," said Shorty.

Shorty was a green Brachiosaurus with dark green eyes. He had a difficult childhood and was officially adopted by Bron after Littlefoot's request. Even though he was a little older, he still had some maturing to do.

"Okay," Littlefoot said.

As Littlefoot walked back to join his grandparents, a massive tremor rumbled the valley. It cultivated the land, forming it into a barren wasteland. The river fell down through holes in the ground. The plants and trees fell over on the ground or into the newly formed abyss. The flat land turned into either sloppy rock hills or step stones.

Littlefoot tried to return to his grandparents, but they were unreachable. A huge gap made it impossible to reach them. He looked towards the direction of his Dad and Shorty. A high mountain had rose from beneath them and made it impossible for him to reach them.

The earthquake stopped after a few seconds. Littlefoot looked around and saw that he was alone. He sighed.

Not again, he thought. The world really likes to keep me separated from everyone.

"Hey, you," called out a longneck.

Littlefoot turned around to see who it was. A pinkish female Apatosaurus with green eyes made her way to Littlefoot. At first, he didn't recognize her, but as she came closer to his view, he concluded he saw that face before. Her name was Ali. Littlefoot thought of her of being smart and brave, even though she showed to be gullible at times. She had helped him cure his grandpa and couldn't thank her enough for that.

"Ali, is that-"

"Yes Littlefoot. It has been a long time."

Too long, thought Littlefoot.

"Well, we'll catch up later," said Ali. "Our biggest problem is that we're separated from our herds."

"Yeah," Littlefoot agreed. "Well, I can't reach my grandparents or my father. How about you?"

"No. A hole separates me from my mom and the others. I saw you as we were leaving and asked if I can say hi. I was running over here when the earthquake happened."

Ali finally remembered the last thing Littlefoot said.

"You have a dad?"

"I'll explain later, but we need to find a way to our folks."

"Sitting around here won't get us any closer. C'mon. We need to move on. Maybe we can find a way around."

Ali walked to find a path around. Littlefoot knew she was right and followed. He just hoped everything would be okay.