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1) Why we swim
Author
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Bonnie Tsui looks at our love affair with the water, from evolution to mythology, from survival and well-being, from community swim clubs to competitive races, and she goes around the world to explore its significance in many cultures"--
2) Jabari jumps
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Jabari is definitely ready to jump off the diving board. He's finished his swimming lessons and passed his swim test, and he's a great jumper, so he's not scared at all. 'Looks easy, ' says Jabari, watching the other kids take their turns. But when his dad squeezes his hand, Jabari squeezes back. He needs to figure out what kind of special jump to do anyway, and he should probably do some stretches before climbing up onto the diving board. In a sweetly...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Stink has been in the Polliwog swim class for what seems like frog-ever, and still can't bear to put his face in the water. Then, one day, Stink has a close encounter with a freaky mutant frog. All of a sudden, his froggy senses are tingling!
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Elephants swim gracefully underwater and use their trunks like snorkels. Hippos sink to the bottom and go to sleep. Walruses sing as they swim along, and so do whales. Linda Capus Riley has written a lovely - and informative - poem about the ways that sixteen animals behave in water and added notes for those readers who would like to know more about the animals. Steve Jenkins's beautiful and playful cut-paper illustrations capture the diversity
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Series
Emily Windsnap ; 1
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 6
Language
English
Formats
Description
After finally convincing her mother that she should take swimming lessons, twelve-year-old Emily discovers a terrible and wonderful secret about herself that opens up a whole new world.
Author
Publisher
Katherine Tegen Books, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"A day at the community pool is full of unwater magic--dunking and diving with friends; somersaulting, walking on your hands, and bursting up through the surface like a tortoise. But when a thunderstorm comes and a little brother ventures too close to the pool's edge, will our main character be quick enough and brave enough to save the day?"--
Author
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"Dive deep into the world of swimming with open water swimmer and coach Mikael Rosén as he explores the sport through eight different perspectives. With topics ranging from the vigorous mental and physical demands of the sport to gender and race politics, no reader will be left treading water. Rosén also provides a look into the lives of professional swimmers such as Michael Phelps and Sarah Sjöström, sharing insights into what makes these greats...
11) Swimming
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"An introduction to swimming, including techniques, rules, and the training regimen of professional athletes in the sport"--Provided by publisher.
15) Swim team
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
"Bree can't wait for her first day at her new middle school, Enith Brigitha, home to the Mighty Manatees--until she's stuck with the only elective that fits her schedule, the dreaded Swim 101. The thought of swimming makes Bree more than a little queasy, yet she's forced to dive headfirst into one of her greatest fears. Lucky for her, Etta, an elderly occupant of her apartment building and former swim team captain, is willing to help"--
18) Baseball flyhawk
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Chico Romez is new to the Royals baseball team but all the players welcome him and his ability in the outfield. All except String Becker, that is. The first baseman and most popular member of the team yells at Chico, snubs him on and off the field and makes fun of Chico's love of diving and swimming. What will it take for Chico to prove himself to String?"--P. [4] of cover.
Author
Publisher
Hunter House Publishers
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
The benefits of water exercise and play have been well documented, and it's never too early to begin. This practical guide for children 4 and above contains games and activities for every skill level. All 101 games, from variations on classics like Follow the Leader to new ones like Message in a Bottle, are simple, easy to learn, and enjoyable for youngsters to play over and over again. Best of all, they burn calories and improve a child's overall...