Lexi's Tale

Name: Lexi's Tale
ISBN: 9781587171604

Lexi Series · Book 1

For children learning about community and kindness, this sweet chapter book shows how helping a hungry stranger can lead to new friendships.

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when they want to gently introduce the idea of helping others, especially strangers who seem different or are in need. Lexi's Tale is a sweet, accessible chapter book about a kind squirrel and his guinea pig friend who live in New York's Central Park. When they encounter a hungry, slow-moving stranger, they don't run away; instead, they team up to find him food. This story beautifully models empathy, compassion, and the joy that comes from community care. Perfect for newly independent readers or as a family read-aloud, it opens up conversations about kindness in a safe, heartwarming way, using animal characters to explore very human values.

Empathy & Kindness Animals Friendship & Loyalty Friendship & Social Nature & Outdoors Curiosity & Wonder Making Friends Adventure

What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesMild

A new character is hungry and lonely, but this is resolved quickly through kindness and friendship.

Sensitive Topics

The book touches on themes of hunger and loneliness, but in a very metaphorical and gentle way. The stranger is a non-threatening animal, and his needs are quickly met through the proactive kindness of the protagonists. The resolution is entirely hopeful and positive, emphasizing the power of community support. The approach is secular.