40 Kids have 40 days to build a brave new world without adults to help or hinder their efforts. Can they do it? These Kids, ages 8-15, will turn a ghost town into their new home.

The Pioneers become divided over where and how to obtain a new source of food.

Disorder erupts, forcing the Town Council to make tough decisions about new laws that donÂ't sit well with the Pioneers.

Religious differences and Pioneer ire come to light when the Town Council suggests one religious ceremony to accommodate all faiths in Bonanza City.

The townspeople learn that they can elect new town council members.

The Pioneers battle against Bonanza City's growing garbage problem.

Money brings out the best and worst in Bonanza City, when some Pioneers start selling goods on the street. Pioneer vying for the Gold Star is accused of bribing the others for support.

Bonanza City goes Broadway when the pioneers hold a talent show.

Resentment brews when one District suggests a controversial new name for itself, and Guylan says something that could turn his District against him.

When the Town Council's efforts to improve communication and respect in Bonanza City backfire, one Pioneer is given an ultimatum.

When the Town Council takes a trip beyond Bonanza City to meet with local Native Americans, the bossy Bonanza "sheriff" takes control of the town.

After 40 days together, the Pioneers are put to the test to prove if they've been able to create a working society in Bonanza City.