About This Book
Swimming with Sharks is a heartwarming chapter book about Rita, a young girl who desperately wants to join her friends on the swim team. The only problem is she needs to improve her swimming times and master a challenging flip turn. The story beautifully illustrates the importance of perseverance, hard work, and believing in oneself, even when facing a difficult goal. It's perfect for early elementary readers navigating personal challenges or aspiring to join a team, offering a gentle narrative about dedication and the joy of achievement.
Wishing she could swim on the team with all her friends, Rita knows that she will have to work hard to improve her times and complete the complicated flip before even being considered.
Discussion Prompts
1
What was Rita's biggest challenge in swimming? How did she feel about it?
2
What does 'perseverance' mean? How did Rita show perseverance?
3
Have you ever wanted to be good at something your friends were doing? What did you do?
4
What is something difficult you've learned or are trying to learn? What helps you keep trying?
5
Why do you think the book is called 'Swimming with Sharks'?
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