The Bird Democracy

Humans and other animals are not like us. What sets us apart? It is our ability to fly. Our greatest gifts are our wings, without which we feel powerless. We can cover enormous distances, avoid danger, and enjoy our freedom while we fly. The ability to fly is essential to a bird's existence. Once parents feel their children are ready to start their own adventure, they will encourage their children to fly. This is one such parent's story. Mr. Black Kite can be seen soaring in the skies these days. Three further little kites can be seen trailing behind him and attempting to keep up with him at a distance. These young ones belong to Mr. Black Kite. From behind, Mrs. Black Kite is observing them. Observing the magnificent Kite family during flying training is always a joy. Mr. Kite is pretty strict. He sees to it that the kids understand the full potential of their wings. His lesson plan for flying covers everything a kite could possibly need to know, including lifting off,