The Pool Is Cool

Written by Dwayne Reed · Illustrated by Shamar Knight-Justice

A son helps his dad conquer swimming fears in a rhythmic summer tale.

3.7 Goodreads · 34 ratings

40 pages· ~420L

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Bookroo's summary

In a rhythmic summer tale, a young boy faces a challenge: his dad's fear of swimming. As they attend a lively swimming class, the son notices his father's reluctance and excuses. Determined to show him the joy of the water, the boy embarks on a mission to prove that the pool is cool. With vibrant illustrations and a beat that bounces, this story captures the essence of overcoming fears, one splash at a time. Will the son succeed in helping his dad dive into confidence?

From the publisher

This bounce-to-the-beat picture book by America’s favorite rapping teacher follows a young son who helps his father overcome his fear of swimming. Bloop. Dribble. Drip. Drizzle. Splish. Spray. Splash! I’m here with my dad in this cool swimming class! But I can tell something’s wrong and that this isn’t him, Cuz my dad makes every excuse not to swim. I wish I could convince him THE POOL IS COOL! With rhyming text and vibrant illustrations that capture the essence of summer, this tender story about a father and son will encourage confident and reluctant swimmers alike to overcome their fears one stroke at a time.

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