Llamas and Niyamas is an enchanting, full-color picture book that brings yoga philosophy to life through captivating animal characters and their mindful lessons.

Designed for readers of all ages, the short stories of this delightful book seamlessly blend engaging storytelling with valuable yoga principles, promoting mindfulness, compassion and self-care. With its expressive llama sounds and vibrant illustrations, these yoga fables are a perfect gift for families, educators, or anyone beginning their yoga journey. Size: 6" x 9", suitable for cozy read-aloud sessions with little ones.

Like most young llamas, Amal gets tired of being told what to do. The rules just don’t seem fair! One day, she impulsively ignores her mom and, instead of cleaning her room, takes matters into her own two-toed feet and sneaks out for some adventure.

She meets Śauca, a raccoon busy washing her fur and food in a stream. With her new friend’s gentle example, tidying up suddenly makes sense and Amal hurries home to straighten things out with Mama.

In each following chapter, Amal learns a new niyama:

· contentment from Santoṣa the bear,

· commitment and discipline from Tapas the beaver,

· self-study from Svādhāya the coyote, and

· trust and surrender from Īśvara-Praṇidhāna the spider.

Product details

Author : Michael Levine
Illustrator ‏ : ‎ Dejeshwini N.
Editor : Jenefer Angell
Interior Design : Sara E. Blum
Ebook Production : Ellie Sipila
Language ‏ : ‎ English

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Luradel Press
Publication date ‏ : ‎ Nov. 17, 2026
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎76 pages
ISBN- 979-8-9912144-0-7 ‏ : ‎ ebook
ISBN- 979-8-9912144-1-4 ‏ : ‎ paperback
ISBN- 979-8-9912144-2-1 ‏ : ‎ hardcover
Paperback Weight ‏ : ‎ 0.342 lb (155.126 g)
Hard Cover Weight ‏ : ‎ 0.697 lb (316.15 g)
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4+ years
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 9 inches (229mm x 152mm)

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With humor, heart, and a delightful cast of animal characters, this book introduces children to the timeless wisdom of the Niyamas in a way that is joyful, accessible, and deeply meaningful.

— Julie Lawrence

Senior Iyengar Yoga Teacher

Llamas and Niyamas beautifully translates the niyamas into stories that are warm, joyful, and gently offered. The young llama is spirited, relatable, and just feisty enough to feel wonderfully real, while her kind and supportive animal guides embody these observances with charm rather than preachiness. Introducing such timeless yogic wisdom in childhood plants powerful seeds of self-awareness, steadiness, and compassion that can stay with a child for a lifetime. This is a delightful and meaningful contribution to children’s literature.

— Leslie Ellis
Soul Embodiment Coach & Yoga Therapist

A beautifully thoughtful and accessible way to introduce children to the niyamas. These gentle, engaging stories bring big, ancient ideas into everyday moments kids truly recognise, helping them discover how things like tidying up, handling big feelings, and taking quiet time can help them feel happier, calmer and more confident in themselves.

— Jaime Amor

Creator of Cosmic Kids Yoga

With lush illustrations and gentle lessons tucked into every page, Llamas and Niyamas invites children to explore the five niyamas through the eyes of their new favorite woolly friend. Amal the llama shows young readers that the ancient wisdom of yoga isn't just for the mat -- it's for every single day.

Whether your little one is a seasoned yogi or simply llama-obsessed, this book will spark curiosity, encourage self-care, and leave everyone — kids and grown-ups alike -- feeling just a little more centered.

— Kary Pratt

RYT