{"product_id":"together-we-swim-hardcover","title":"Together We Swim - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eValerie Bolling\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eKaylani Juanita\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA 2023 Kirkus Prize Finalist! \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Black family pride and joy abound.\"--\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review \u003cbr\u003e \"Joy-filled.\"--\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eA joyful, encouraging ode to a mother and son's relationship and the unforgettable experience of a child's first swimming lessons.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eJumping into the water can be more than a little scary! But with Mom's steady arms there's no fear of sinking. With a kick, a splash, and his family's cheers of encouragement, one determined boy finds his groove, making waves in this fun-filled day at the pool. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Embrace the feeling of accomplishment in this joyous, reassuring story about perseverance and new experiences. With lyrical rhyming text and vibrant illustrations, \u003ci\u003eTogether We Swim\u003c\/i\u003e is destined to become a family read-aloud favorite! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eVIBRANT \u0026amp; JOYFUL: Rhythmic text paired with dynamically illustrated kicks, flutters, and splashes against a palette of deep blue create a bright portrait that is both encouraging and warm for any child learning to swim. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e A HELPFUL GUIDE FOR NEW SWIMMERS: The perfect book for any child facing nervous excitement or trepidation about learning to swim! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e THE JOY OF A FIRST SWIM LESSON: Who can forget the first time they learned how to swim? This book is a nostalgic nod for parents and one they will be eager to share with their young one learning how to swim. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e A GREAT READ ALOUD: This lyrical, upbeat text is a great fit for story time in any household. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e PERFECT GIFT FOR MOM: If you're looking for a Mother's Day gift or a birthday gift for mom, look no further! She will love the child\/parent relationship portrayed in these pages! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePerfect for: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Mother's Day gift giving \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Going-to-the-pool book for little ones approaching the big milestone of learning to swim \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Parents, grandparents, and caregivers looking for books about swimming for kids \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Teachers, educators, and librarians \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Readers who enjoyed \u003ci\u003eJabari Jumps\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLlama Llama Learns to Swim\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eHair Love\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eValerie Bolling has been an educator for over twenty-seven years. Valerie serves as the co-chair of the NESCBWI Equity and Inclusion Team and is a member of SCBWI, the Authors Guild, and NCTE. She lives in Stamford, CT, and you can find her at valeriebolling.com. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Kaylani Juanita illustrates inclusive picture books, such as \u003ci\u003eTa-Da!\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWhen Aiden Became a Brother\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eMagnificent Homespun Brown\u003c\/i\u003e, for which she received the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Award. Her mission as an artist is to support the stories of the underrepresented and create new ways for people to imagine themselves. She currently lives in Fairfield, CA. You can find her on Instagram at @kaylanijuanita.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.39 x 9 x 9.84 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 15, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAward:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kirkus Prize (2023)\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51752197947680,"sku":"9781797212494","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/7e1978be2e63634073501efba3b1595c.webp?v=1779989809","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/together-we-swim-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}