Singing Bird
Singing Bird is the Native friend of Kirsten Larson. Singing Bird is a young Indigenous girl close to Kirsten's age. While the central series doesn't state her tribe, Kirsten on the Trail and Welcome to Kirsten's World both clarify that her people are the Dakota (Oceti Sakowin). Her father, Brave Elk, is the head of their village.
Singing Bird is initially in awe of Kirsten, the same way Kirsten is in awe of her. She is fascinated with Kirsten's yellow hair and nicknames her as such. Singing Bird is quiet, often surprising Kirsten with how swiftly she moves, and loves to explore as much as Kirsten does. Initially the two can only commu...read more