FICTION

Leo Can Swim

by Anna MCQUINN
illus. by Ruth Hearson. 24p. ebook available. Charlesbridge. May 2016. Tr $9.95. ISBN 9781580897259.
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Toddler-PreS—Leo (of Lola Reads to Leo fame) loves the water. In preparation for an upcoming swim class, the toddler and his dad read a book that gives a nod to Eric Carle's Mister Seahorse, then head off to the pool for baby/parent swim time. The families represented are of multiple ethnicities. At swim class, the children learn how to kick and splash, and Leo gets a fun ride on his daddy's back. Many children have loved other stories by McQuinn that feature Leo's older sister Lola (Lola Loves Stories), and this offering is no less delightful. Hearson's colorful acrylic illustrations are as fun and playful as the text.
VERDICT A solid choice for preschool storytime or one-on-one sharing, especially to introduce a swim class or lesson.
Reviewed by Jennifer Steib Simmons, Anderson County Library, SC
"Leo loves the water. He is like a little fish!" Leo (brother to McQuinn's Lola) and his daddy are off to baby swim class, where they kick, splash, and play. Thick pages with rounded corners, soft colors, and a simple text make this an inviting book for sharing. The casually inclusive acrylic illustrations show a diverse group of young swimmers and caregivers.
 , May 01, 2016

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