Holly's Day at the Pool
Holly's Day at the Pool
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Holly's Day at the Pool

Written and illustrated by Benson Shum
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4 - 8
Reading age
40
Page count
Apr 25, 2017
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“NOOOOOOO! I don’t want to go to the pool. What if . . . the water is too cold?” says Holly.Holly the hippo imagines the worst: icebergs and icy water, penguins and seals! Her imagination bursts at every turn, making it harder and harder for her to step foot in the pool. Until she get the chance to be a hero. Holly may be scared, but she is a very brave girl.

What Kind of Book is Holly's Day at the Pool

Primarily about

feelings and emotionsswimmingcourage

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    "Wheeeee!"
    "Let's go to the pool!"

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    "Useful to share with children who are afraid of the water." - Kirkus Review

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Book Details

ISBN
9781484709382
Publication Date
April 25, 2017
Publisher
Disney-Hyperion
Text Details
This book was typeset in Carnation and Jus Hangin
Illustration Details
The artwork for this book was created digitally with photoshop
Page Count
40
Audience
Picture
Reading Age
4 - 8 years
Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
2015038430

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