A GREAT READ ALOUD: This lyrical, upbeat text is a great fit for story time in any household. KidLit in Color author Valerie Bolling is excited to reveal the cover for TOGETHER WE SWIM (illustrated by Kaylani Juanita and published by Chronicle). This picture book, which is a companion for 2022’s TOGETHER WE RIDE will be released on August 15, 2023. A HELPFUL GUIDE FOR NEW SWIMMERS: The perfect book for any child facing nervous excitement or trepidation about learning to swim! THE JOY OF A FIRST SWIM LESSON: Who can forget the first time they learned how to swim? This book is a nostalgic nod for parents and one they will be eager to share with their young one learning how to swim. KidLit in Color author Valerie Bolling is excited to reveal the cover for TOGETHER WE SWIM (illustrated by Kaylani Juanita and published by Chronicle). With lyrical rhyming text and vibrant illustrations, Together We Swim is destined to become a family read-aloud favorite! VIBRANT & JOYFUL: Rhythmic text paired with dynamically illustrated kicks, flutters, and splashes against a palette of deep blue create a bright portrait that is both encouraging and warm for any child learning to swim. Embrace the feeling of accomplishment in this joyous, reassuring story about perseverance and new experiences. With a kick, a splash, and his family’s cheers of encouragement, one determined boy finds his groove, making waves in this fun-filled day at the pool. Jumping into the water can be more than a little scary! But with Mom’s steady arms there’s no fear of sinking. A joyful, encouraging ode to a mother and son’s relationship and the unforgettable experience of a child's first swimming lessons.

Together We Swim by Kaylani Juanita