Our Pool

Our Pool is a delightful picture book that captures the essence of summer, community, and the refreshing joy of a public swimming pool. It follows various city dwellers, from kids to grandparents, as they gather to cool off, play, and connect. The book beautifully emphasizes inclusivity, showing 'big bodies and small bodies' all enjoying the water, fostering a sense of belonging and acceptance. It's perfect for ages 4-8 as a read-aloud, and older elementary children (up to 11) might enjoy reading it independently, appreciating its rhythmic text and cheerful illustrations. This book is a wonderful way to spark conversations about community spaces, body positivity, and the simple pleasures of summer.

On a hot day, people come from all over the city to spend the day at the pool in this joyful picture book that’s a love song to summer, the city, community, and staying cool! Today is a pool day in the city! The sun is shining, so what are you waiting for? Friends and family. Kids and grandparents. Big bodies and small bodies. Everybody is welcome at our pool! Get ready for swimming and splashing, zigzagging and dunking, and racing and laughing.