Bubbles . . . Up!

Written by Jacqueline Davies

A pool day turns heroic when a storm threatens a young boy's safety.

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32 pages· 335 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· ~220L

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Bookroo's summary

At the community pool, a day of underwater magic becomes a test of courage. As a storm brews, a little brother edges too close to danger. Can the main character act swiftly to avert disaster? Dive into a world where bubbles rise and bravery is put to the test in this vibrant, imaginative tale. Will the day end in triumph or tragedy?

From the publisher

An everyday visit to the pool transforms into an unforgettable celebration of the water in this remarkable picture book from Jacqueline Davies, the award-winning author of children’s classic The Lemonade War, and Sonia Sánchez, the illustrator of Meg Medina’s Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away.A day at the community pool is full of unwater magic–dunking and diving with friends; somersaulting, walking on your hands, and bursting up through the surface like a tortoise. But when a thunderstorm comes and a little brother ventures too close to the pool’s edge, will our main character be quick enough and brave enough to save the day?In this energetic read-aloud, the words swim off the pages as the underwater world comes to life through lush, dynamic illustrations and visual poetry. Journey to an imaginative world where, always and forever, bubbles . . . rise . . . UP! Junior Library Guild Selection Booklist 2021 Editor’s Choice: Books for Youth *

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