Introduction
What does freedom mean to you? What do you think it means to someone living in a country very different from the United States? We like to think that we have boundless freedom. However, there are limits to our freedom all around us—school rules, dress codes, guidelines, and laws. Can you imagine having less freedom than you already have? Can you imagine having more?

In this exercise, you will read about freedom and a famous American honored as the “mother of freedom.” Then you will write about a freedom that you prize or a freedom that you want. You will explain why you value this freedom and what you would do to keep or have this freedom.

Destination Titles
McCormick Tribune Freedom Museum
http://www.freedommuseum.us/

Congressional Gold Metal Recipient Rosa Parks
http://www.congressionalgoldmedal.com/RosaParks.htm

Directions
Start with the McCormick Tribune Freedom Museum and click on “Exhibits.” After you have read the information, click on “Taking Action” and explore the suggestions for getting involved. Next, go to “Congressional Gold Metal Recipient Rosa Parks” and choose selections and information to read. You might also want to research some other recipients of this award.

1.	Once you have finished reading the various selections, write about a freedom that you prize or a freedom that you want. Why is it important to you? What would you do to keep or have this freedom?