An Alligator Lives in Benjamin's House

Reach for this book when your child's high-energy play feels overwhelming or when you want to celebrate the wild, wonderful shifts in their developing personality. It provides a joyful mirror for children who process their world through physical movement and imaginative roleplay, helping parents view 'rowdy' behavior as a creative strength rather than a disruption. Benjamin is a young boy whose various moods and activities transform him into a menagerie of animals, from a toothy alligator to a playful monkey. The story beautifully captures the fluid nature of childhood identity and the way a secure home environment allows a child's imagination to flourish. It is a gentle, humorous tool for validating a child's inner world while reinforcing the bond between parent and child during daily routines.