We’re excited to share the sixth story in the A Little Big World app — Too Close.
In this gentle children’s story, readers meet Prince, an alpaca who likes quiet… and likes space.
When others come too close, it all feels like too much. Prince huffs. He steps away. Not because he wants to be alone — but because he doesn’t yet know how to explain what he needs.
Too Close is a calm, thoughtful children’s story about personal space, emotional awareness, and learning how to use your voice.
For children aged 2–7, learning about boundaries is an important part of emotional development.
Some children are naturally social.
Others need more room.
Both are okay.
Prince’s story gently introduces:
How to ask for personal space kindly
How to respect someone else’s boundaries
Emotional regulation in social situations
Confidence in using your voice
This children’s story about feelings helps normalise something many little ones experience — feeling overwhelmed when others get too close.
Prince doesn’t want to push others away.
He just wants a little room.
When another alpaca pauses and asks,
“Is this far enough?”
Prince realises something important — he can say what he needs.
Through simple dialogue and soft storytelling, Too Close shows children that asking for space doesn’t mean you don’t care.
It means you’re learning how to feel safe.
Too Close is now available inside the A Little Big World app on iOS and Android.
If your child is learning about personal space, boundaries, or big feelings, you can explore Prince’s story together inside the app.
You can find all six stories — including Prince the Alpaca — in one calm, thoughtfully designed reading space.
A Little Big World is a growing library of short, meaningful children’s stories designed for ages 2–7.
Each story focuses on emotional growth, social understanding, and gentle life lessons — told in a simple way young children can understand.
We believe small stories can hold big meaning.
