Freedom Bird: A Tale of Hope and Courage

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Its appearance is often seen as a sign of bad news, but it also has a reputation for being a trickster spirit. The butterfly is a symbol for transformation and change, thanks to its metamorphosis from caterpillar to a beautiful, vibrant butterfly. An icon of freedom and joy, these small birds were the first to feel the effects of the gas chambers in World War II concentration camps. From the 1960s to the 1970s, it was also used as a symbol of freedom and power by black nationalist groups across the globe to break free from racial discrimination.

The intimate, compelling voice that Nolen ( Calico Girl) creates for this story about two enslaved children begins matter-of-factly—“Now you know even before I tell you there was nothing civil about that war”—and stays strong throughout. There are countless tales of freedom and emancipation from all around the world, and surely humanity is not yet done with its quest for complete liberation. Having long been believed to be a creature that brings forth purity, longevity, and good fortune, their innate ability to fly high and long distances have made them an image of unrestrained independence.Bird watchers are the persons who spend their days and nights observing birds and attempting to get close enough to them to learn more about them. Brother and sister Millicent and John are slaves on Simon Plenty’s plantation and have suffered one hurt and heartbreak after another. The lesson you can learn from an albatross is that sometimes true freedom means to live so far away from people that you are totally dependent on yourself for everything.

The peacock’s bright colors are also seen as a symbol of liberty, and its tail feathers are said to represent the rays of the sun. Much like the Bald Eagle and Housecats, Wolves are adamant about being on their own and following their own rules unless, of course, they are part of a pack. Back in the day, slaves had to wear chains on their arms, feet, and sometimes their necks which literally meant stripping away their freedom. Demeter was the goddess of agriculture and fertility, and cranes were thought to bring good luck to farmers.Its presence reminds us that while we all have varying interests and desires, no one can tell us what to do and what to believe in, regardless of our differences in views, religion, and opinions. Parakeets could represent freedom, or they could represent being caged-in, if they are… well, caged in. Such flexibility gives these friendly and adaptable creatures the freedom to thrive in different environments and adapt to the changes in their varying living conditions.