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Books for Learning to Swim – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Books for Learning to Swim

25 books

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Cover of Doggie Gets Scared

Leslie Patricelli Board Books

Doggie Gets Scared

Leslie Patricelli

For the toddler who is navigating big feelings about loud noises, shadows, or new places. This gentle board book helps l

Cover of Fish Swims

Michelle Knudsen

For the toddler discovering the wonder of water and movement. This simple story helps the youngest readers follow a fish

Cover of How You Got So Smart

How You Got So Smart

David Milgrim

For the child who feels discouraged by a new challenge, this story celebrates the incredible journey from a tiny baby to

Ages 3–7

Cover of Let's Go Swimming with Mr. Sillypants

Mr. Sillypants #1

Let's Go Swimming with Mr. Sillypants

For the child who feels butterflies in their tummy before a first lesson. This whimsical story uses humor and a wild dre

Cover of Ready, Steady, Swim!

Mermaid School #3

Ready, Steady, Swim!

For the child who feels a flutter of nerves before trying something new or jumping into the water for the first time.

Cover of Edward in Deep Water

Edward in Deep Water

For the child who feels anxious about trying new activities or feels overwhelmed by the pressure of a social event like

Cover of Bunnies and Their Sports

Bunnies and Their Sports

For children discovering the fun of staying active, this playful look at athletic bunnies shows how exercise can be a jo

Cover of Dawn Patrol: a Father and Daughter Surfing Story

Dawn Patrol: a Father and Daughter Surfing Story

Rob Sayegh, Jr.

For children who share a special hobby with a parent, this story celebrates early morning routines, the courage to try a

Cover of You Can Swim, Baby Duck!

You Can Swim, Baby Duck!

For the child who feels hesitant about trying something new or getting into the water, this story offers a comforting ha

Cover of 1, 2, 3, Jump!

Lisl H. Detlefsen

For the child feeling nervous about their first dip in the pool, this gentle guide turns scary splashes into confident j

Cover of Rad!

For the child who feels nervous about trying a new sport or feels like a 'fraidy-cat' when things don't come easily.

Cover of Windsurfing

The Usborne Book of

Janet Cook, Penny Way

For the child eager to master the waves, this practical guide offers clear steps to build the skills and confidence need

Cover of Little Loon and Papa

Little Loon and Papa

For the child feeling nervous about trying something new, this serene lakeside story shows how patient guidance and a fa

Cover of Teddy's Busy Day

Teddy's Busy Day

For the toddler navigating the transitions of a busy day, from the excitement of preschool and swimming to the comfortin

Cover of Swim Or Sink

Jake Maddox Sports Stories

For the child learning to balance personal ambition with the needs of a team. Helps kids navigate the pressure of compet

Cover of Beach Day

First Experiences

For the toddler discovering the magic of the shore, this gentle classic mirrors the sensory joys of a first visit to the

Cover of In the Palace of the Ocean King

In the Palace of the Ocean King

For the child grappling with a deep phobia or anxiety, this lyrical tale shows that true courage isn't the absence of fe

Cover of Bad Kitty Goes to the Beach

Bad Kitty Goes to the Beach

For the high-strung child who finds new environments a bit overwhelming, follow Kitty's chaotic and hilarious first trip

Cover of Things that Float

Usborne First Skills #2

Things that Float

Annabel Thomas, Peter Bull

For the curious child who loves bath time experiments and wonders why a heavy boat stays on top of the water while a tin

Cover of There's a Sea in My Bedroom

There's a Sea in My Bedroom

For the child who feels overwhelmed by the vastness of the ocean or loud waves, this story uses the power of play to tur

Cover of I Only Surf Online

Victory School Superstars #1

I Only Surf Online

For the child who prefers video games to the outdoors and feels anxious about trying something new, Carmen's journey fro

Cover of I Want to be a Fish

I Want to be a Fish

Rosemary Harris

For the child who feels frustrated when they are told 'no' and finds escape in a vibrant world of make-believe.

Cover of The Science Behind Swimming, Diving, and Other Water Sports

Science Behind Sports

The Science Behind Swimming, Diving, and Other Water Sports

For the young athlete curious about why they float or how to swim faster, this guide dives into the physics of water spo

Cover of Maisy Loves Water

Maisy's Planet #3

Maisy Loves Water

For toddlers who love splashing and exploring, this sturdy book follows Maisy the mouse as she discovers the wonder of w

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