Children’s / Teenage general interest: Swimming and boat, paddle and other water sports and activities
Pan Macmillan Busy Swimming
Book SynopsisPush, pull and slide the tabs to enjoy a day of Busy Swimming! Help the children get changed into their swimming costumes, whizz down the water slide and race across the indoor pool.Young children will love playing with this bright and colourful board book with a gentle rhyme, lots to spot and talk about, and wonderful illustrations by Louise Forshaw, which is part of the Busy Book series. Busy Swimming has been endorsed and recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer's Good Toy Guide.Listen along to an audio recording of this story by scanning the QR code on the back cover. Discover more of the Busy Book series: Busy Zoo, Busy Party and Busy Farm.Trade ReviewLike Busy Farm and the other books in this range, this interactive book has lots of additional features over and above the rhymes. The speech bubbles promote further interaction with the adults reading the book with the child and the push, pull and slide features help strengthen young children’s fine motor control. -- Dr Amanda Gummer * Dr Gummer's Good Play Guide *
£6.99
Abrams Maya and the Beast
Book SynopsisA fairy tale picture book of big waves and even bigger courage, inspired by the personal story of professional surfer Maya Gabeira, who smashed records and gender stereotypes. Young Maya is shy and often feels fragile and scared because of her asthma—except when she’s in the water. It’s the one place where she feels strong. While everyone else in her town is scared of “the Beast,” the giant wave heard all around the world as it crashes into the shoreline, Maya finds the noise comforting, the curves of the wave soothing. If she could only tame it, then everyone could see all the beauty it has to offer. With a pink surfboard and a determined heart, Maya will be the first girl to meet the Beast head-on. Professional surfer Maya Gabeira, known for surfing Guinness World Record–breaking big waves, shares her story of resilience, defying expectations of women in sports, and daring to achieve the impossible. Beautifully illTrade ReviewBoth text and illustrations offer a stirring account of Maya’s journey to surfing mastery. . .A rallying cry for anyone looking for a strong example of perseverance. * Kirkus Reviews *The frenetic energy of azure waves fill the pages of Kaulitzki’s digital illustrations, which make palpable the ebullience that tan-skinned Maya feels when surfing. * Publishers Weekly *
£12.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK Mrs Armitage And The Big Wave
Book SynopsisQuentin Blake has been drawing ever since he can remember. He taught illustration for over twenty years at the Royal College of Art, of which he is an honorary professor. He has won many prizes, including the Hans Christian Andersen Award for Illustration, the Eleanor Farjeon Award and the Kate Greenaway Medal, and in 1999 he was appointed the first Children's Laureate. In the 2013 New Year's Honours List he was knighted for services to illustration.
£7.19
HarperCollins Publishers Splash
Book SynopsisClaire Cashmore, MBE and Paralympic gold medallist, was born without a left forearm but she never let being different stand in the way of her big dreams. Splash is based on Claire's real-life experience: this gold-medal-winning swimmer really was scared of water until one day, everything changed!These are Claire's big sisters.They call her Bear and ruffle her hair.And whatever Claire's sisters can do,Claire can do too But there is one thing Claire won''t do The water in the swimming pool makes her feel squirmy inside. Follow her sisters? No thank you! Not today?Can Claire conquer her fears? Can she set foot in the water and what will happen if she does?Perfect for fans of What Happened to You? by James Catchpole and Karen George.GuardianBook of the Month (26th June 2021)Exuberant . . . full of the joys of swimming. The heroine has a limb difference, understatedly conveyed in both text and pictures, while the chief focus of the story is fun, perseverance and supportive family love' Trade Review Guardian Book of the Month ‘Exuberant . . . full of the joys of swimming. The heroine has a limb difference, understatedly conveyed in both text and pictures, while the chief focus of the story is fun, perseverance and supportive family love’ – Imogen Russell Williams
£7.59
Simon & Schuster Soul Surfer A True Story of Faith Family and
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£11.03
Penguin USA The Boys in the Boat Young Readers Adaptation The
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£17.84
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Swim Team
Book Synopsis“Combines wonderful characters and history to create a story that will make you want to dive right in!” JERRY CRAFT, author of the Newbery Medal-winning New KidA splashy, contemporary middle grade graphic novel from bestselling comics creator Johnnie Christmas!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.With Etta’s training and a lot of hard work, Bree suddenly finds her swim-crazed community counting on her to turn the school’s failing team around. But that’s easier said than done, especially Trade Review"Combines wonderful characters and history to create a story that will make you want to dive right in!" — Jerry Craft, author of the Newbery Award–winning New Kid "A revelation! You’ll root for Swim Team—the water is just right." — John Jennings, New York Times bestselling and Eisner Award–winning creator "Swim Team is a beautiful story about trying new things. Johnnie Christmas is a fantastic storyteller and artist." — Kazu Kibuishi, author of Amulet "Full of charm, heart, and pulse-pounding races. A winner!" — Gene Luen Yang, author of American Born Chinese and Dragon Hoops “This graphic novel belongs on shelves in school and libraries everywhere.” — School Library Journal (starred review) "A powerful, knowledgeable, and pressing exploration of the intersection where swimming meets Black identity. Empowerment through swimming and swim team is well-embodied in Bree, a smart, perseverant, anxious kid who readers will embrace instantly. The friendly and familiar style of Christmas' linework pours out into some true artistry." — Booklist (starred review) Challenging the idea that “Black people aren’t good at swimming,” this middle grade debut from Christmas (the Angel Catbird series, for adults) details segregation’s generational impact through a warmhearted story of community, Black diasporic identity, and learning, all portrayed in kinetic contemporary art. — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Problem-solving through perseverance and friendship is the real win in this deeply smart and inspiring story.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "This enjoyable graphic novel deals with familiar and middle-grade-appropriate themes of friendship, perseverance, and overcoming fears. The accessible illustrations add to the humorous (and sometimes serious) moments within the text." — Horn Book Magazine Questions of belonging, ability, racial justice and who gets to swim are handled with thought and care...its nuanced storytelling and visual appeal will have outsize reach and meaning beyond this age group. — New York Times This energetic, heartfelt graphic novel captures the joys and challenges of a sport that should be—but hasn’t always been—freely enjoyed by everyone. — Book Page
£8.54
John Blake Publishing Ltd Tom Daley (Ultimate Sports Heroes): Going for
Book SynopsisThis is the story of Tokyo Olympics gold-medal-winner, Tom Daley, and his journey to greatness.Tom Daley is British diver specialising in the 10-metre platform event and has been competing internationally since he was twelve years old. Born and raised in Plymouth, Tom was spotted by a coach during one of his diving lessons and since then has been a force to be reckoned with in the sport. This is the story of how a young boy went from lessons at his local pool to a star on the international stage, winning two gold medals in the 2010 Commonwealth Games as well as bronze in the 2012 and 2016 Olympics.
£5.99
North Star Editions She's Got Game: Women in Swimming
Book SynopsisIntroduces readers to the development of women’s swimming, as well as the sport’s star players from past to present. Colorful spreads, fascinating sidebars, and athlete bios make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.Trade Review"Highly recommended for every library." – School Library journal, Series Made Simple
£9.89
North Star Editions I Can Do It! I Can Swim
Book SynopsisThis fun book invites young readers to explore the life skill of swimming safely. Vibrant photos closely match the text to help early readers build vocabulary. The book also includes a table of contents, a picture glossary, and an index. This Little Blue Readers title is at Level 1, aligned to reading levels of grades PreK-1 and interest levels of grades PreK-2.
£8.99
Simon Spotlight Pool Party!/Ready-To-Read Level 2
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£6.36
HarperCollins Publishers The Big Splash
Book SynopsisA young monster is getting everything she needs to take a dip: a boat, a toy shark, armbands, goggles, flippers. Once everything is to hand she is ready to take a bath! The vividly drawn artwork shows each step of the monster's careful preparations, offering lots of discussion points: is she going for a swim in a pool? In the sea?Pink B level (Band 1B) books offer simple, predictable text with familiar objects and actions.Text type A story with predictable structure and patterned language.An illustration on pages 14 and 14 shows the monster splashing happily in the bath, with all her toys labelled, to help children recap and discuss.This book has been levelled for Reading Recovery.
£7.87
HarperCollins Publishers Lets Pretend
Book SynopsisDev and Jack are swimming in the pool when Jack has an idea they can pretend they are swimming in the sea! Find out all the creatures they see on their swimming adventure in this imaginative story by Kate Scott.Dev and Jack are swimming in the pool when Jack has an idea they can pretend they are swimming in the sea! Find out all the creatures they see on their swimming adventure in this imaginative story by Kate Scott.Green/Band 5 offers early readers longer sentences with a varied and larger number of characters involved and events sustained over several pages. Non-fiction uses less familiar, more specialized vocabulary.The focus sounds in this book are: /oa/ oe, o /ai/ a-e, ay, ei, ey/e/ ea /ee/ ea /u/ o /igh/ i-e, i /i/ y /oo/ oul /oo/ u-e /oi/ oy /ar/ a /ow/ ou /ear/ eer /air/ are, ere /or/ al /u/ o-e /o/ aPages 22 and 23 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.Reading notes within the book provide pra
£9.02
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Flat Stanley and the Lost Treasure
Book SynopsisIn this latest Flat Stanley I Can Read adventure, Stanley goes on a snorkeling adventure and makes a dazzling discovery—sunken treasure!Sometimes being flat comes in handy for Flat Stanley—like when he is surfing or rescuing a trapped dolphin from a net. In this exciting adventure, Flat Stanley and his brother, Arthur, find sunken treasure in an old shipwreck. But Stanley has to get rid of his gold bar in order to squeeze through the net and rescue the dolphin. Will they ever find the treasure again?Flat Stanley and the Lost Treasure is a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.
£16.14
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Whale Talk
Book Synopsis“A truly exceptional book.”—Washington PostThere's bad news and good news about the Cutter High School swim team.
£11.78
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Swim Team
Book Synopsis“Combines wonderful characters and history to create a story that will make you want to dive right in!” JERRY CRAFT, author of the Newbery Medal-winning New KidA splashy, contemporary middle grade graphic novel from bestselling comics creator Johnnie Christmas!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.With Etta’s training and a lot of hard work, Bree suddenly finds her swim-crazed community counting on her to turn the school’s failing team around. But that’s easier said than done, especially
£22.49
Penguin Putnam Inc The Boys in the Boat Young Readers Adaptation
Book SynopsisSoon to be a major motion picture directed by George ClooneyThe New York Times bestselling young readers adaptation of The Boys in the Boat, now in paperback with bonus contentincluding an author Q&A and never-before-seen photographsInspiration for the PBS American Experience Documentary ''The Boys of ''36'' For readers of Unbroken, out of the depths of the Great Depression comes the astonishing tale of nine working-class boys from the American West who at the 1936 Olympics showed the world what true grit really meant. With rowers who were the sons of loggers, shipyard workers, and farmers, the University of Washington?s eight-oar crew was never expected to defeat the elite East Coast teams, yet they did, going on to shock the world by challenging the German boat rowing for Adolf Hitler. At the center of the tale is Joe Rantz, a teenager without family or prospects, whose personal quest captures the spirit of his generation?the generation that would prove in the coming years that the Nazis could not prevail over American determination and optimism. This deeply emotional yet easily accessible young readers adaptation of the award-winning #1 New York Times bestseller features never-before-seen photographs, highly visual back matter, and an exclusive new introduction.
£11.39
Penguin Random House Children's UK Bluey Swim School
Book SynopsisBluey and her family are playing Swim School, but first they have to learn a lesson about not dobbing on each other.Will all of Bluey''s fun games help Bingo learn anything about swimming? Find out in this hilarious colour board book!We're going to pass Big Fish without dobbing. But Big fish is pretty hard . . . Can''t get enough of Bluey? Also available:Bluey: The BeachBluey: The PoolBluey: Little Library
£6.99
Penguin Random House Children's UK UhOh Niko Swimming
Book SynopsisHello, Niko! Time for a dunk. Uh-oh, Niko! Where are your trunks?Help little Niko find his trunks, make a splash and race with friends in this interactive board book, packed with push-and-pull sliders and flaps. Children will love joining in with the fun-filled rhyming text and playing along with the story. Niko is a little bear who sometimes gets things a bit wrong. Whatever happens, he always tries again, learning new skills and having fun along the way! For fans of Maisy and Bizzy Bear, this series is the perfect introduction to daily routines and first experiences for toddlers. Want more fun with Niko? Check out the other books in the series:Uh-Oh, Niko: BathtimeUh-Oh, Niko: BedtimeUh-Oh, Niko: The ParkUh-Oh, Niko: NurseryUh-Oh, Niko: The BeachUh-Oh, Niko: Birthday Party
£7.59
St Martin's Press Gold in the Water The True Story of Ordinary Men and Their Extraordinary Dream of Olympic Glory
£20.38
Random House USA Inc Swim Boots Swim Dora the Explorer
Book Synopsis Nickelodeon's Dora the Explorer is ready for a super day at the beach--until she learns that Boots can't swim. Can Mariana the Mermaid help them? Little boys and girls ages 3 to 7 will enjoy this full-color storybook.
£5.99
Penguin Young Readers Group Who Is Katie Ledecky
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£5.69
Kate McMahon Sea of Gratitude
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£9.49
Scholastic The Inflatables
Book SynopsisA funny, sunny, splash-tastic new series for readers 6+, perfectfor fans of The Bad Guys, Bad Kitty, Spongebob and Toy Story.
£6.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. Maisy Learns to Swim
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£7.59
Candlewick Press,U.S. Phantom Limbs
Book Synopsis“A story of loss, love, and friendship. . . . Most teenagers will find a little bit of themselves in this well-executed work.” — School Library Journal (starred review)Otis and Meg were inseparable until her family abruptly moved away after the terrible accident that left Otis’s little brother dead and both of their families changed forever. Since then, it’s been three years of radio silence, during which time Otis has become the unlikely protégé of eighteen-year-old Dara, who’s hell-bent on transforming Otis into the Olympic swimmer she can no longer be. But when Otis learns that Meg is coming back to town, he must face some difficult truths about the girl he’s never forgotten and the brother he’s never stopped grieving. Quietly affecting, this poignant debut novel captures all the confusion, heartbreak, and fragile hope of three teens struggling to accept profound absences in their li
£8.54
Schiffer Publishing Ltd ABCs of Boating Terms
Book SynopsisThis book will have kids coloring their way to learning about boating. It explains the sometimes confusing terms boaters use in an easy-to-understand and fun way. What is the bow on a boat? What does SOS mean? What about the flags on the boats? Everything you ever wanted to know about boating is answered, from A to Z, and your kids will get a kick out of being able to color their own boats and captains. This great educational tool for boating families with elementary and middle school-aged children is something the whole family can share. It is a perfect gift for all boat owners. Picture bookages 0-6.
£6.99
Schiffer Publishing Ltd First Sail
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£12.74
All About Kids Publishing Cold Waves Cold Blood
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£11.69
Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada Surfing
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£10.44
Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada Kayaking
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£10.44
Teacher Created Materials Surfer Girl
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£7.59
St Martin's Press No Barriers A Blind Mans Journey to Kayak the
Book SynopsisThis is the YA edition of the nationally bestselling memoir.
£9.99
Capstone Global Library Ltd Go Canoeing
Book SynopsisGet out on the water and enjoy the sights and sounds of the great outdoors! Readers will learn all about planning, paddling and the gear they need to take a canoe trip. They'll learn about safety and caring for the environment while enjoying an outdoor canoeing adventure!
£13.29
Capstone Global Library Ltd Go Canoeing
Book SynopsisGet out on the water and enjoy the sights and sounds of the great outdoors! Readers will learn all about planning, paddling and the gear they need to take a canoe trip. They'll learn about safety and caring for the environment while enjoying an outdoor canoeing adventure!
£8.54
Capstone Global Library Ltd Go Paddleboarding
Book SynopsisEnjoy calm waters and a warm, sunny day on a paddleboard! Readers will learn about the skills and equipment they need to go paddleboarding. Find out important safety rules and ways to protect the environment, all while having fun experiencing this outdoor activity!
£13.29
Capstone Global Library Ltd Go Paddleboarding
Book SynopsisEnjoy calm waters and a warm, sunny day on a paddleboard! Readers will learn about the skills and equipment they need to go paddleboarding. Find out important safety rules and ways to protect the environment, all while having fun experiencing this outdoor activity!
£8.54
Capstone Global Library Ltd Surfing ShakeUp
Book SynopsisRosie loves nothing more than spending her summers surfing while staying with her Aunt Hazel in Australia. But this summer, her cousin Flora is coming to visit, too, and Aunt Hazel wants Rosie to teach Flora how to surf. Trouble is, Flora has a history of being mean to Rosie, and it doesn't take long to figure out that Flora hasn't changed one bit. Can Rosie set aside her hard feelings and teach her cousin to ride the waves? Or will this shake-up to Rosie's summer of surfing lead to a wicked wipeout? Find out in this exciting, easy-to-read chapter book!
£6.99
Teacher Created Materials, Inc Hang Ten Surfing
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£11.05
Hachette Children's Group Sports Academy Swimming
Book SynopsisBuild your swimming skills with the Sports Academy series.Looking to take up a new sport? Or just thinking about ways to keep fit and healthy? This book is a great introduction to all the important swimming skills you''ll need. Full of skills tips and illustrations showing key techniques, you''ll discover everything you need to be a successful swimmer. The series Sports Academy covers rules, equipment and major competitions through specially commissioned, step-by-step illustrations that clearly shows skills and techniques needed for a sporting children aged 9+.
£9.49
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC All Hands on Deck
Book SynopsisThis sailing activity book is brimming with ideas and information for young sailors to inspire them to discover, explore and learn about sailing and boats. The book's central character, Sailor Taylor, takes children on an enjoyable sailing excursion: from charting a course to tying knots and studying clouds, as well as completing projects and puzzles. It covers staying safe when you're out on the water and teaches young sailors about sailing rules, facts about parts of the boats and navigation. It will show children how to plot a sailing route, make a paper boat and a wind vane, design their own flag, cook a new on-board recipe, know which way the wind is blowing and much, much more. There activities are combined with lots of sailing facts and information told in a fun, easy-to-understand way. There are plenty of quiet hours on a longer passage (or not so quiet if you have bored kids hanging about the cockpit!) as well as at home in the winter, or on bad-weather weekends. This b
£11.69
Capstone Global Library Ltd Surfing and Other Extreme Water Sports
Book SynopsisRide a wave and check out the wild world of surfing! Learn about surfing, how it started, equipment needed and safety measures taken for this extreme sport. Discover other water sports, and learn how athletes practise their skills and experience thrills in nature.
£8.54
Simon Spotlight Duke Kahanamoku
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£6.38
Simon Spotlight Duke Kahanamoku
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£14.39
Teacher Created Materials The Science of Waves and Surfboards
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£10.26
Capstone Press Pool Panic
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£8.99
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Animal Swim School
Book SynopsisWelcome to the animal swim school! This cute picture book is the perfect first book of swimming.Learn from your favourite animals how to blow bubbles like a sea lion, float like a platypus and much more. Each page includes simple instructions and cheerful illustrations, giving little ones the skills to become confident swimmers. Swimming instructions are supplemented by fun animal facts. Did you know that otters hold hands while floating? Or that heavy elephants can actually float? Whether your child is a complete beginner or already a keen doggy-paddler, this is the book for them! What are you waiting for? Let's dive in!
£7.59
Simon Spotlight Pool Party!/Ready-To-Read Level 2
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£14.39
