UNDER NEW WINGS A FEATHERED FAMILY
TWO FAMILIES, ONE PARROT, AND A STORY OF ENDLESS LOVE.
A Feathered Family is a tender, true-to-life tale reminding children that adoption doesn’t mean saying goodbye it means love can grow in many places.
I’m Beverly Kozol Tattlebaum, a teacher, storyteller, and lifelong bird lover who finally found the courage to share Paco’s story with the world.
I’ve always had a deep love for parrots. Over the years, I’ve cared for many feathered companions but the most dear to my heart, my Amazon parrot, Paco. Our close bond inspired this heartwarming story.
A Feathered Family is a tender, true-to-life tale reminding children that adoption doesn’t mean saying goodbye. It means love can grow in many places.
When seven-year-old Henry’s Army family is called away, his beloved parrot Paco finds a new home with their caring neighbor, Mrs. K. Together they share camping trips, storytime, and even a blue-ribbon portrait but Paco’s heart is torn between two families he loves.
KID'S CORNER
Kids and Families can Enjoy Extra Activities Inspired by Paco’s Story.
PRINTABLE COLORING PAGE OF PACO
PARROT FUN FACTS MATCH-UP
WORD SEARCH
ENDORSEMENTS
"I loved this story! Paco and his friend Ralph, are irresistible!"
American author, and scriptwriter
As an educator, I believe stories like this spark children’s imagination while reminding them of the importance of compassion, friendship, and belonging. This is the kind of book that invites young readers to fall in love with reading.
Principal and Long-time Educator
This story reminds us that the bonds we share– whether human or feathered– have the power to transform our lives.
school librarian
“Adoption is forever, but true love means not saying goodbye forever.” This story is about true friendship, loyalty, and the ultimate sacrifice one makes for love.
Kindergarten Teacher
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Q&A
It all began with Paco — a clever, spirited Amazon parrot who was part of our family. He had such a personality: playful, curious, and full of heart. I always said his story needed to be shared!
That love doesn’t have to live in just one home. Paco’s story shows children that even when life changes — when we move, grow up, or say goodbye for a while — love finds a way to follow us. Families come in all shapes, and hearts can stretch farther than wings.
It’s an incredible feeling. I tell my students every day to believe in themselves and follow their dreams. Now I get to show them I’m doing the same thing!
Seeing their excitement reminds me why I teach — to help them find their own voices and share what makes them special.
Kindness, curiosity, and the courage to keep believing in good things. Paco reminded me every day that love, in any form, makes life brighter — and that’s what I hope children remember long after they close the book.