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Pima County Libraries Dive Into Swimming-Themed Children's Books
From first-time pool visits to Olympic-level aquatics, these stories make a splash.
Apr. 1, 2026 at 6:04pm
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Pima County Libraries has curated a collection of children's books that capture the joy, nerves, and triumphs of learning to swim. The roundup includes titles for babies through 8-year-olds, covering everything from a first dip in the pool to big leaps off the diving board. These swimming-themed stories are perfect for inspiring confidence and keeping the summer vibes going long after towels are dry.
Why it matters
With summer approaching, these swimming-themed children's books from Pima County Libraries provide engaging and relatable stories to help kids of all ages get excited about the water. The diverse range of titles caters to different swimming skill levels, encouraging confidence and a love of the sport.
The details
The collection includes titles like "Rosie the Dragon and Charlie Make Waves," which follows a young boy and his pet dragon as they navigate the pool, and "My First Swim Class," an early reader that introduces kids to the basics of swim lessons. Other books, such as "Aquatics" and "Mindy Kim Makes a Splash!," explore the thrill of competitive swimming and the journey of learning to swim.
- The book roundup was curated by Pima County Libraries in April 2026.
The players
Pima County Libraries
A public library system serving Pima County, Arizona, which includes the city of Tucson.
Lauren H. Kerstein
Author of the children's book "Rosie the Dragon and Charlie Make Waves."
Anna McQuinn
Author of the children's book "Leo Can Swim."
Alyssa Satin Capucilli
Author of the children's book "My First Swim Class."
Lisl H. Detlefsen
Author of the children's book "1, 2, 3, Jump!"
Mari Bolte
Author of the children's book "Aquatics."
Lyla Lee
Author of the children's book series "Mindy Kim Makes a Splash!"
What they’re saying
“There's nothing quite like the smell of sunscreen, the sound of splashing water, and a good book after swim time.”
— Pima County Libraries
What’s next
Pima County Libraries plans to host a special summer reading program featuring these swimming-themed children's books, with events and activities to encourage kids to dive into reading.
The takeaway
These swimming-themed children's books from Pima County Libraries provide a diverse range of stories to get kids excited about the water, whether they're taking their first dip in the pool or dreaming of Olympic glory. The collection offers something for every young reader to make a splash this summer.
