About the Book
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The Story
A story of empathy, inclusion, and everyday heroism
Be a Rainbow Maker is the uplifting first book in The Little Birdies Told Me series by LM Zacha, written to help children recognize the invisible struggles others may carry—and empower them to respond with kindness, compassion, and courage.
Led by M and J, two spirited little birdies on a heartfelt mission, children are guided through a magical adventure where they discover four powerful "puzzle piece" clues to becoming a Rainbow Maker. Along the way, readers learn simple but meaningful actions—like smiling, helping, including, and asking kind questions—that can brighten someone’s day and make a real difference.
🌱 Whether read at home, in a classroom, or during counseling sessions, Be a Rainbow Maker supports Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) goals and helps children:
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Recognize emotions in themselves and others
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Build empathy and connection
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Develop positive social skills
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Practice inclusion and acceptance
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For parents and educators
This story offers more than entertainment. It opens the door to important conversations about empathy, emotional intelligence, and social awareness in a gentle, age-appropriate way.
Inspired by real children facing invisible challenges
From physical illness and mental health to grief and bullying—this story helps all kids understand that small acts of kindness can change the world, one heart at a time.
Perfect for young readers
This book is a valuable resource for parents, teachers, school counselors, and librarians who want to equip children with the tools to be a friend, an upstander, and a rainbow in someone else’s storm.
The Inspiration
After decades of working with children, one truth became crystal clear to LM Zacha: many young hearts carry invisible burdens. They smile and play, but inside, they may be hurting. Whether the struggles are emotional, mental, physical, or environmental, they are often hidden—and too often overlooked.
She wrote Be a Rainbow Maker after recognizing a deep need—a need for stories that help children feel seen, understood, and supported. But this book offers something different. Instead of focusing on what a struggling child should do, it asks: What can the rest of us do to bring light into their world?
This story is for every child who has ever felt left out, unheard, or like they don’t quite belong. It serves as a reminder that kindness isn’t small—it’s transformational. And it’s a call to every parent, teacher, and friend: They can be the reason a child feels safe, accepted, and loved.
For those who believe in raising kinder, more compassionate kids, Be a Rainbow Maker is more than a book—it’s a movement. Page by page, it helps children learn how to tap into their inner superhero and turn someone's dark clouds into shining rainbows.
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