Baby Learns to Swim

By Desiree Shirley and Clever Publishing

When Baby is invited to her first pool party, she asks Mommy and Granny to teach her how to swim--but they don't know how either Baby's family dives headfirst into learning to swim--together

Baby, Mommy, and Granny excitedly pick out new swimsuits, and when they show up for their first lesson, Baby recognizes some friends from school Coach Turtle gently teaches the class new skills, instructs fun water games, and even calms Baby's fear of getting her hair wet. Readers will fall in love with Baby's enthusiasm and the bond between her and her family. Baby Learns to Swim is about much more than just learning to swim; it shows readers that it's never too late to try something new

Teaches water safety and tips for beginner swimmersCelebrates Black Girl Magic through a supportive intergenerational familyThemes of facing fears, trying new things, and perseverance

For more Clever Storytime books about trying new things, check out I Know I Can Do It/I Wish I Could Do It by Anastasiya Galkina or Boo and Peanut: Dog Training Disaster by Tammi Salzano.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F3WSLTJD
• ISBN13: 9798888673058
• Release Date: December 2025
• Publisher: Clever Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 10.3" x 10.3"
• Age Range: 4 to 7 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 2