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Books for Learning to Swim for Ages 0–3 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Books for Learning to Swim for Ages 0–3

Splashing in the tub is one thing, but the vastness of a public pool or the ocean can feel overwhelming to a tiny person. These eighty nine books help your toddler process the sensory shift of cool water and wet hair through gentle rhymes and familiar characters. Reading together on your lap builds the confidence they need to transition from the safety of your arms to those first brave kicks.

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Little Quack #1

Lauren Thompson

For the little one standing on the edge of a new experience, this gentle story follows a tiny duckling finding the coura

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Harry at the Beach

For the toddler discovering the vastness of the seaside for the first time. This gentle board book helps little ones nam

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The Animal Series #2

The Hippo Who Came to Swim

Priyanka Agarwal Mehta

Floating and splashing becomes a fun family event when a friendly hippo joins a toddler and their dad for a first trip t

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Santi and Elsa's Adventures

Santi and Elsa's Beach Adventure

Santi the toddler and his dog Elsa hunt for glowing shells, build sandcastles, and meet tiny fish during a magical day a

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Tim and Humu (The Fish Who Taught Tim To Swim)

Tim loves the sand but fears the waves until he meets a friendly Hawaiian fish named Humu. Together, they explore the oc

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Punte and Pukulu

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For parents wanting to prepare their little ones for a safe day at the beach while keeping the mood light and sun-filled

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The Big Book of Berenstain Bears Beginner Books

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Saturday Is Swimming Day

For the child who gets a tummy ache before trying something new, this gentle story shows how bravery grows one small ste

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A family trip to the seaside turns into a goofy adventure as the bears navigate the ups and downs of a summer vacation.

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Linda Capus Riley

For the naturally curious child who wonders how wildlife stays cool. This gentle exploration of nature shows how differe

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The Little Green Boat

For the adventurous child who finds magic in their own backyard and wonders what lies beneath the waves.

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Who's That Pig?

Jennifer Sattler

Fergus is nervous about the water until he and his baby brother find a mysterious surfboard while hunting for treasures

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The Boy on the Beach

The bright colors of a busy beach come alive as a young boy explores the shoreline and finds a deserted boat perfect for

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Science Play #1

For the curious child who loves playing with water and wants to understand why it feels, drips, and sticks the way it do

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Froggy Learns to Swim

Jonathan London

Froggy is terrified of the water, but with some gentle practice and help from his mom, he begins to find his confidence

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Maisy Goes Swimming

For the toddler who needs a little help understanding the steps of a new routine: this interactive book turns the proces

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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

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Daisy: The Duck Who Could Not Swim

For the child who feels nervous about trying something new while their peers seem to do it with ease. A gentle guide to

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Edward in Deep Water

A heavy snowstorm forces Edward to stay overnight at a friend's house, a situation that feels completely overwhelming to

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I Am Not an Octopus

Eoin McLaughlin

For the child who uses elaborate excuses to avoid new experiences, this goofy tale shows how admitting our fears is the

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D.W. is convinced she hates the water and demands a ride on Arthur's shoulders, but a sudden splash at the beach might c

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Ladybug Girl at the Beach

Lulu brings her favorite ladybug costume to the seashore, where she flies kites, builds sandcastles, and finds the coura

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For the child who loves the ocean from the shore but feels nervous about dipping their head under the waves.

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