About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts casting the neighbors as villains in their own backyard dramas or struggles with the 'spooky' unknowns of the neighborhood. It is the perfect choice for a child who has a runaway imagination and needs a gentle nudge to see the person behind the persona they have created. This story follows a protagonist convinced that the woman next door is a witch, only to discover that reality is far kinder than their assumptions. While the book leans into the fun of spooky tropes, its heart is rooted in empathy and social courage. It is ideal for the 4 to 8 age range, offering a safe space to explore mild fears while modeling how to turn suspicion into a blooming friendship. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's creativity while teaching the importance of not judging others based on appearances or rumors.
