From Maggie St. Thomas, author of Subject: PUNK: The Photographs of Maggie St. Thomas (2025) and the Underwater Girl series, comes Goodbye Feather. A unique and touching story designed to help kids process grief and loss in a healthy and meaningful way. There are many books out there about coping with loss for adults, but not enough for children, and even younger ones.
In Native culture, the feather is a gift of the Earth that connects us to the heavens and the Spirits in the sky. It symbolizes freedom of the soul while offering strength and protection.
Goodbye Feather is designed to help young readers understand the emotional stages of grief and loss while remaining comforting and hopeful. Whether mourning a family member, a loved one, or a cherished pet, this heartfelt story offers a way for young ones to work through their grief with support and encouragement, while reassuring them that they are not alone in their feelings. Simple activities like drawing and talking about their emotions to family and friends are healthy too.
Through this genuine tale between friends Brianna and Tami, children and readers alike will discover ways to honor the memories of those who have passed on. Goodbye Feather is a valuable resource for families, educators, therapists, and hospice centers.
With large-print words that encourage vocabulary development and thoughtful storytelling that nurtures mental well-being, Goodbye Feather empowers children to embrace their emotions and find healing during challenging moments.
If you or your child is experiencing loss, let Goodbye Feather be your guide to healing, hope, and the strength needed to move forward. Written by Maggie St.Thomas and illustrated by Sabrina Hirsch, Goodbye Feather is a must-have for anyone seeking assistance to navigate sadness with grace and love.
In memory of Tami Arnold.
