Lifetime library previewAlex and the New Neighbor Next Door
Alex follows the clues around the New Neighbor Next Door, discovering how friendship and listening can turn a puzzling moment into a gentle adventure.
- Recommended age
- Ages 4–8
- Reading time
- 7 minutes
- Illustrated pages
- 6 pages
- Category
- Friendship
Story guide
About this story
Alex and the New Neighbor Next Door follows Alex into a warm, surprising situation where careful choices matter. Alex follows the clues around the New Neighbor Next Door, discovering how friendship and listening can turn a puzzling moment into a gentle adventure. Across 6 illustrated pages, children ages 4–8 can follow the action while exploring friendship, listening, welcoming others. The story focuses on listening, inclusion, and the small actions that help a new friendship feel safe. The gentle pacing helps children follow the sequence of events while noticing how Alex responds to a new challenge.
A little preview
One bright morning, Alex discovered that new neighbor next door was not behaving as anyone expected. A small new friend explained the problem, then waited hopefully. Alex did not stand back and watch. The young hero looked closely, asked what had already been tried, and promised to help find a gentle solution. Together they packed a snack, a ribbon, and a notebook for clues before setting out.
What children can learn
- Friendship
- Listening
- Welcoming others
Perfect for
- Calm story time
- Parent-child reading
- Kindergarten
- Early readers
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