Butterfly on the Wind

"Butterfly on the Wind" is a heartwarming and magical picture book that tells the story of Aurora, a Deaf girl who struggles with anxiety during her school's talent show. Despite her best efforts, her fingers falter when she tries to sign, and the words don't come out right. Just as she feels ready to give up, she sees a butterfly and is inspired to use her hands to sign the ASL word for butterfly. This act of signing sends a magical butterfly into the world, setting off a chain reaction where Deaf people from around the globe contribute their own butterflies.

As the butterflies multiply, they symbolize the growing strength of the Deaf community, offering Aurora a sense of connection, support, and empowerment. Through this journey, Aurora finds resilience and self-belief, knowing she is part of a global network of Deaf individuals.

Written by Adam Pottle and illustrated by Ziyue Chen, the book uses both evocative storytelling and sweeping illustrations to convey themes of unity, self-expression, and the power of community. It highlights the beauty of sign language and celebrates Deaf culture, making it an inspiring and uplifting read for all audiences.