About This Book
A parent should reach for this book when their child loves the idea of swimming but is too scared to get in the water. Petra's story is a simple and direct look at this very common childhood fear. She is fascinated by fish but feels a deep hesitation about the water they live in. The book follows her journey of watching, waiting, and finally gathering the courage to take a small, brave first step. At only eight pages, it is an incredibly quick and focused read, perfect for validating a young child's anxiety right before a trip to the pool or the first day of swim lessons. It normalizes fear and gently models that bravery isn't about being fearless, but about trying anyway.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with common childhood fear and anxiety. The approach is secular and metaphorical only in that Petra's fear of water represents a general fear of the unknown. The resolution is gentle, hopeful, and realistic, emphasizing progress over perfection.
