Books Like Nice New Neighbours
Families who loved Nice New Neighbours by Franz Brandenberg often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Nice New Neighbours by Franz Brandenberg often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is feeling like the odd one out after a move or a change in social circles. This gentle story follows a family of fieldmice who move into a new neighborhood only to find that the local children aren't exactly welcoming at first. Through the protagonists' journey, children learn that persistence and sharing one's own creative world can be the bridge to building new friendships. Ideal for ages 4 to 8, this early chapter book uses humor and animal metaphors to tackle the very real sting of social rejection. It is a wonderful choice for parents looking to model social initiative and resilience. By focusing on how the mice use a play to catch their neighbors' interest, the book encourages children to look inward at their own talents when they feel like they don't fit in.
