Because of Lozo Brown

A parent should reach for this book when their child is expressing fear or anxiety about meeting a new neighbor, starting a new school, or joining any new group. This story humorously explores the power of a worried imagination. A young boy, upon hearing his new neighbor is named Lozo Brown, pictures him as a giant, scary, toad-eating bully. His internal monologue of escalating fear is both relatable and funny. The story perfectly captures how anticipatory anxiety can feel, and it provides a gentle, comforting resolution when the real Lozo turns out to be a regular kid ready to play. For children ages 4 to 7, it is a wonderful tool for normalizing social fears and opening a conversation about how our worries are often much scarier than reality.