LEFT OUT LEVI: A River Ninja Kids Story about Friendship, Belonging, and the Courage to Be Yourself

What if trying harder to fit in is the very thing keeping you from belonging?Levi loves playing with his friends.So he runs faster…tries harder…and pushes himself to win—hoping it will help him be liked.But instead, something unexpected happens…his friends begin leaving him out.Feeling hurt and confused, Levi starts to wonder:Is something wrong with me?Do I really belong?Just when Levi needs help most, the River Ninja Team appears—Wise Wendy, Brave Bella, Kind Cosmo, and Bubbly Barry—to share an important truth:Real friendship doesn’t come from trying harder—it starts on the insideAs Levi learns to slow down, be kind to himself, and reconnect with his River Ninja Power, something begins to shift.He discovers that when he shows up calm, confident, and true to himself…he naturally attracts friendships that feel kind, safe, and real.Through simple tools using Body, Breath, and Brain, this story helps children:• Build confidence and self-worth• Navigate friendship challenges• Let go of the pressure to “fit in”• Develop emotional awareness and resilience• Learn the courage to be themselvesPerfect for children ages 4–10 Left Out Levi is a heartwarming and empowering story that opens meaningful conversations about:FriendshipBelongingConfidenceEmotional regulationBeing your true selfFrom the bestselling River Ninja Kids series, this book helps children grow calm, confident, and connected—from the inside out.Because the right friends don’t come from pretending…they come when you have the courage to be yourself.