Lifetime previewAlex and the Game That Didn't Go Their Way
After a playground game doesn't go Alex's way, they learn how to steady disappointment, celebrate others, and find a new way to enjoy play with friends.
- Recommended age
- Ages 4–8
- Reading time
- 7 minutes
- Illustrated pages
- 6 pages
- Category
- Life Lessons
Story guide
About this story
With a friendly mystery at its heart, Alex and the Game That Didn't Go Their Way encourages children to wonder what Alex will try next. After a playground game doesn't go Alex's way, they learn how to steady disappointment, celebrate others, and find a new way to enjoy play with friends. Across 6 illustrated pages, children ages 4–8 can follow the action while exploring patience, responsibility, everyday confidence. A familiar childhood challenge becomes a gentle chance to practice patience, responsibility, and flexible thinking. The story offers enough adventure to hold attention while keeping the mood warm, understandable, and suitable for young children.
A little preview
At the playground, the painted hopscotch squares glowed. Alex and Mateo raced to the big oak tree to start their favorite game: Marble Tag. Alex wanted to be the winner today. The bell jangled and everyone took turns. Luna, the quiet friend with the quick feet, topped the board with a jump that left Alex behind. Alex exhaled hard; the taste of losing felt bitter, like an unripe plum in the mouth.
What children can learn
- Patience
- Responsibility
- Everyday confidence
- Life Lessons
Perfect for
- Calm story time
- Parent-child reading
- Kindergarten
- Early readers
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