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Swimming Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
478 books about swimming
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Chapter Books
(234)
Young Adult
(24)
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(11)
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(10)
Middle Grade
(9)
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(8)
Poetry
(5)
Board Books
(5)
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Shooting for Stars
Christine Webb
For the girl who feels out of place in her own skin, this story follows thirteen-year-old Skylar as she dives into self-
Ages 8–12
Brave in the Water
Stephanie Wildman
For the child who feels nervous about getting their face wet or jumping into the pool. This story helps little ones navi
Ages 4–8
Saturday Is Swimming Day
Hyewon Yum
For the child who gets a tummy ache before trying something new, this gentle story shows how bravery grows one small ste
Ages 3–7
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The Girl on the High Diving Horse
Linda Oatman High
For the dreamer who gazes at the impossible. This nostalgic tale follows a young girl's awe and ambition at the Jersey S
Ages 5–9
Boss of the Pool
Robin Klein
Resentment turns to self-discovery when Shelley reluctantly tries to teach a boy with a mental disability how to swim.
Ages 9–12
Pure Grit
Lily Collison, Kara Buckley
For the young athlete facing physical hurdles or anyone needing a reminder that resilience and 'grit' can turn obstacles
Ages 10–18
Froggy #2
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
Ages 3–7
Baby-Sitters Little Sister #110
Karen's Swim Meet
Ann M. Martin
For the child feeling the pressure of their first competition, this story offers a gentle look at managing nerves and fi
Ages 7–10
My Brother Has AIDS
Deborah Davis
For the teen navigating the complex emotions of a sibling's terminal illness and the social stigma that can accompany a
Ages 10–14
Elephants Swim
Linda Capus Riley
For the naturally curious child who wonders how wildlife stays cool. This gentle exploration of nature shows how differe
Ages 2–6
Samira Surfs
Rukhsanna Guidroz
A Rohingya girl finds a sense of freedom and belonging on the waves when she discovers surfing after fleeing her home fo
Ages 8–12
Mr. Muffins #2
Mr. Muffins' Aussie Adventure
Harriet Winslow
Join Mr. Muffins, the brave orange-and-white cat, as he conquers his fears to surf waves and explore the Sydney Opera Ho
Ages 6–8
The Twenty-seventh Annual African Hippopotamus Race
Morris Lurie
Eight-year-old Edward hits the water for the greatest swimming marathon ever as he trains for a high-stakes, hilarious r
Ages 7–10
Marshmallow & Jordan
Alina Chau
Jordan thinks her days as an athlete are over after a car accident, until a magical baby elephant helps her find a brand
Ages 8–12
Let's Try It Out
In the Water
Seymour Simon, Nicole Fauteux
Objects heavier than water sink while lighter ones stay afloat in these simple, playful experiments that reveal the scie
Ages 4–8
Punte and Pukulu #2
Punte and Pukulu
Hanna Örmälä
For parents wanting to prepare their little ones for a safe day at the beach while keeping the mood light and sun-filled
Ages 3–7
Emily Windsnap #1
The Tail of Emily Windsnap
Liz Kessler
A first swimming lesson reveals a splashing secret for Emily Windsnap, leading her into an undersea world of shipwrecks,
Ages 8–12
Aristotle and Dante #1
Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe
Benjamin Alire Sáenz
Ari is a lonely, angry teen with family secrets, but an unexpected friendship with Dante sparks a transformative summer
Ages 14–18
Safety Rules!
Safety at the Swimming Pool
Lucia Raatma
Learn the golden rules of the public pool, from sticking with a buddy to understanding the difference between the shallo
Ages 5–8
Matt Christopher Sports Stories
The Twenty-One Mile Swim
Matt Christopher
For the child who feels small or underestimated, Joseph's journey across a twenty-one-mile lake shows that grit and prac
Ages 8–12
The Alex Quartet #1
Alex
Tessa Duder
For the teenager grappling with the weight of expectations, this story follows a gifted athlete finding her voice amidst
Ages 12–16
Stotan!
Chris Crutcher
Four swimmers face a brutal four-hour-a-day training test. Stotan Week pushes their bodies to the limit and forces them
Ages 13–18
Surviving High School #1
Surviving High School
M. Doty
Between competitive swimming and high grades, Emily is barely staying afloat. High school feels like shark-infested wate
Ages 12–16
The Alex Quartet #3
Alex in Rome
Tessa Duder
For the teenager navigating the heavy weight of expectations and the ache of recent loss while standing on the brink of
Ages 13–18
