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Ria and the Wobbly Try book cover
Lumina League storyIdeal for ages 3–7

Ria and the Wobbly Try

A gentle story about courage, confidence and trying in your own time

A wobbly rope ladder gives Ria a chance to discover what bravery can really look like. A reassuring story about trying at your own pace, celebrating small steps and trusting when you feel ready.

A little peek inside the story

Watch the book trailer, then explore the ideas and moments behind the adventure.

About the story

At the park, Ria spots a rope ladder she has never climbed before. She wants to try, but the moment it wobbles, her tummy feels wobbly too. The Lumina League do not push her to reach the top. Instead, they show her that a try can be one foot, one rung or simply deciding that today is not the day. With Maya nearby and the League quietly encouraging her, Ria takes a few steps at her own pace and discovers that bravery is not about being the fastest. It is about listening to yourself and noticing every little bit of courage along the way.

What children can take from the story

  • Small attempts count, even when we do not finish the whole challenge.
  • Being ready matters more than being fast.
  • Courage can grow gradually and still be real courage.
  • It is okay to choose your own stopping point and feel proud of it.

Perfect for…

  • Trying a new playground activity
  • Starting a new class, club or hobby
  • Children who feel nervous about “having a go”
  • Bedtime conversations about confidence and courage

Themes to talk about together

Gentle ideas that can open up natural conversations after story time.

CourageConfidencePerseveranceSelf-beliefPatience

A couple of story moments

Small glimpses of the warmth, humour and heart inside the book.

From the story“Fast is not the same as ready.”
From the story“That’s my top today.”

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Keep shining your inner light.