Scared to Swim / Страшно плавать

Лилиан хочет посещать занятия по плаванию, как некоторые из ее друзей. Однако в бассейне очень шумно, особенно в детском, где порой бывает неспокойно. Это пугает Лилиан и заставляет ее держаться подальше от бассейна. А что, если я пойду ко дну, и никто не заметит? - говорит Лилиан, волнуясь. Когда папа и Лилиан начинают заниматься вместе, она побеждает свой страх перед плаванием. --- Lillian wants to take swimming lessons-just like many of her friends. But when she arrives at the children's pool, the noise, splashing, and fast-paced instructions make everything feel overwhelming. She worries about sinking, about not being heard, and about not being able to keep up. With warmth and sensitivity, Scared to Swim / Uppoava uimari follows Lillian's journey as she faces her fears one small step at a time. Her parents encourage her gently, and when she begins practicing with Dad, she discovers what trust, patience, and persistence can achieve. Told side-by-side in English and Finnish, this bilingual picture book is perfect for multilingual families, early language learners, and classrooms. The story empowers young readers to try new things, build confidence, and understand that courage doesn't mean never being afraid-it means taking a step forward even when you are. Award-winning reviewers praise the book's relatability and emotional honesty: "What really makes this book stand out... is how relatable Lillian and her struggles are." - Outstanding Creator Awards "This bright kids book sends a powerful message to young readers..." - Literary Titan "It teaches kids that play, and the support of adults, can help them overcome fears." - Readers' Favorite A reassuring story for children ages 4-9 who are learning to swim-or learning to be brave.

Tuula Pere (b. 1958) holds a Ph.D. in Law and is an award-winning children's author from Helsinki, Finland. Her doctoral dissertation, published in 2015, examines the limits of freedom of speech in the Finnish mass media amidst the social and cultural shifts of the 1960s and 1970s. Prior to her doctoral research, Tuula Pere had a career spanning over two decades as a lawyer and held various expert and executive positions in large industrial companies.Since 2010, Tuula Pere has published over seventy children's books, many of which have been translated into multiple languages. She has also authored poetry and aphorisms for children, as well as short stories and non-fiction for adults. Tuula Pere is an avid music and sports enthusiast and a keen baker. She is married and the mother of three.