A Swim in the Sea
Age 3+
Picture Books
Will Bruno and his family have a perfect day at the beach?
Bruno was too excited for his jam toast. Today was his Big Day. Today, Bruno was going for a swim. A swim in the sea – the big blue sea. But will he be brave enough?
Creators
Sue Whiting is an award-winning children’s and YA author and editor who has worked in publishing for 20+ years. Sue was senior commissioning editor and publishing manager for Walker Books Australia for many years before leaving in 2016 to concentrate on her writing. As a storyteller and schools’ performer, Sue has informed, inspired and entertained thousands of kids across the country. She is also a freelance children’s book editor and writing coach, and the author of numerous books, including the bestselling Missing, the acclaimed The Book of Chance and a number of CBCA Notable Books. Sue’s latest books are a historical fiction middle grade novel, Tilda; the Pearly and Pig fiction series for middle grade, and the narrative nonfiction picture book The Echidna Near my Place, illustrated by Cate James, The Wheelbarrow Express also illustrated by Cate James.
Meredith Thomas is an artist and illustrator who has been drawing and painting since graduating from RMIT in 1983. She has worked full-time as a freelance illustrator since 1991. Meredith applies her talents to a wide variety of mediums and formats, ranging from watercolour and scraperboard children's book illustrations, to painted murals, and pantone marker renderings for the advertising industry.
Reviews
Sue Whiting captures all the excitement of looking forward to experiencing something new, and all the trepidation … Meredith Thomas’s pictures are full of colour and movement … This would be a great springboard book for pre-school children.
Bookseller+Publisher
… This is a sweet, gentle story that explores the theme of fears and overcoming those fears. While it’s a terrific choice for reluctant swimmers, it is also a great pick for young kids who are looking forward to their first summer on the beach. Special mention must be made of Thomas’s superb illustrations … she has captured the movement of water to perfection.
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