Swim, Little Wombat, Swim!

By Charles Fuge

Can Little Wombat conquer his fear of water with a new friend's help?

3.7/5 Goodreads · 241 ratings

24 pages· 282 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Little Wombat meets Platypus, an unusual creature who can swim like a fish. After a near-drowning experience, Wombat is determined to learn to swim. Can Platypus help him overcome his fears and embrace the water? Join Little Wombat on a heartwarming journey of friendship and self-discovery, where he learns that differences can lead to the most unexpected adventures.

From the publisher

Little Wombat is back! Award-winning author and illustrator Charles Fuge–whose Sometimes I Curl Up in a Ball sold 106,000 copies and charmed critics and children alike–has created a new adventure for his ever-popular character. It’s a fun-filled tale about discovering new friends and appreciating others’ differences. Fans of Charles Fuge’s Little Wombat will rejoice at the adorable creature’s return–and at the introduction of an appealing new friend for his hero. And what an unusual animal Platypus is: he waddles when he walks, has a funny fuzzy face, and most special of all, can swim just like a fish. Little Wombat would love to do that too. But are wombats meant for the water…or is he better off staying on dry land?Every child who has ever eyed the swimming pool nervously will happily follow Little Wombat’s success. Praise for Sometimes I like to Curl Up In a Ball!”With a repertoire of comic expressions worthy of Nathan Lane…[t]his book from a British duo is silly to the core, but it is also a pointed paean to the power of unscheduled play.”—Publishers Weekly “This book celebrates the world of a preschooler with verve and excitement…Wombat is buoyant and darling, charming and fun.”–School Library Journal

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