Gracie Feeds the Birds

By Jane Yolen

Can a handful of birdseed teach kids about kindness? Gracie thinks so--and she's got a gentle way of showing it.

From beloved author Jane Yolen and educator Peter Tacy, Gracie Feeds the Birds is a quiet, heartfelt story that helps children understand the power of gratitude, empathy, and noticing the world around them. On a crisp fall morning, Gracie thanks each bird, squirrel, and even her skeptical dog--not because she expects anything in return, but because it feels good to be kind. This nature-based picture book is the perfect addition to storytime and classroom read-alouds.

Key Features:

Nature-based story that nurtures empathy, mindfulness, and emotional awareness Encourages children to find beauty in small moments and practice gratitude Perfect for ages 5-8--ideal for classrooms, counselors, and family reading Created by Magination Press, the children's imprint of the American Psychological Association--trusted leaders in children's emotional development

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1433845652
• ISBN13: 9781433845659
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Magination Press (R) -- American Psychologica
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.3" x 10.3"
• Age Range: 5 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Kindergarten to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

Giving in gratitude

I love the part where the birds are named, and then there is the expected greedy/ungrateful squirrel! Gracie feeds the birds and is often thanked in birdsong. The illustrations by Frances Ives are imaginative and add much to the story in simple figures and bright colors. Well suited for reading alone or WITH someone of any age, including ESL, and great for gifting to everyone, but especially to a school, waiting room, or your local public library! I requested and received a temporary uncorrected digital Galley on Thorium PDF from Magination Press — American Psychological Association via NetGalley. Pub Date Sep 09, 2025 #GracieFeedstheBirds by Jane Yolen @jyolen and Peter Tacy with @francesives @maginationpress @childrensbookcouncil @goodreads #kidsbook #picturebookart #kidlit #picturebook #illustration #childrensbooks #feedsbirds #giving #happiness #littlefreelibrary #NetGalley #goodreads