Rexy the Dinosaur and a New Bike

Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the transition from 'mine' to 'ours,' especially after receiving a high-value new toy. It speaks directly to the territorial feelings that arise when a child's pride in a new possession overrides their desire for social connection. The story follows Rexy, a friendly dinosaur whose excitement over a new red bike turns into defensiveness when his neighbor Trixie asks for a turn. Through gentle modeling, the story explores the tension between protecting one's things and the joy of shared play. It is perfectly calibrated for the 3-5 age range, using simple dialogue and soft watercolor illustrations to validate a child's protective instincts while showing the emotional rewards of generosity. Parents will appreciate how it frames sharing not as a loss of ownership, but as a way to multiply happiness.