Lyle helps Josh gain confidence, and soon the rest of the family—including the high-strung and the competitive Mr. Primm —are won over by Lyle’s joyful spirit and singing. The Conflict
Josh and Hector team up to break Lyle out of the zoo. To prove to the world that Lyle is special and not a threat, they get him onto a national televised talent show. Though Lyle initially freezes again, Josh sings with him to help him find his voice. Lyle becomes a sensation, the neighborhood learns to accept him, and he finally finds a permanent home with the Primm family. Lyle helps Josh gain confidence, and soon the
The family's grumpy neighbor, , is determined to have Lyle removed, viewing him as a dangerous animal. When Hector returns to the house to reclaim his "star," his schemes accidentally lead to Lyle being captured and sent to a zoo. The Resolution To prove to the world that Lyle is
