Lea Can Swim

Lea wanted to swim in the pond with the ducks, but Dad said no. So they went swimming in the pool instead, and they had a great time.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 16 pages
Publication date: 14 April 2022
Publisher: Capstone Global Library Ltd

Lea has always been fascinated by the idea of swimming with the ducks in the nearby pond. She had begged her dad countless times to allow her to take a dip in the water, but he always insisted that it was too dangerous. Undeterred, Lea continued to plead with him, promising to be extra careful and follow all of his instructions.

One day, her dad finally caved in to her persistent requests. He agreed to take her to the pond, but with a few conditions. Lea was not allowed to swim alone and had to stay within arm's reach of her dad at all times. She also had to listen to his instructions carefully and follow them to the letter.

Despite the restrictions, Lea was overjoyed. She couldn't wait to get into the water and feel the coolness of the pond against her skin. As they approached the pond, Lea's dad helped her into a life jacket and gave her a few swimming lessons. He taught her how to float on her back, how to kick her legs, and how to breathe properly.

Lea was a quick learner and soon felt confident in her swimming abilities. She and her dad spent hours in the pond, swimming and playing together. They laughed and splashed, and Lea felt like she was in heaven.

As the sun began to set, Lea's dad reminded her that it was time to head back home. She reluctantly agreed, but she couldn't help feeling a little sad. She knew that she would miss swimming with the ducks in the pond.

However, her dad had a surprise for her. He took her to the local pool and promised to let her swim there every day until the weather got too cold. Lea was thrilled. She had never been to a pool before and couldn't wait to explore it.

Over the next few weeks, Lea and her dad visited the pool every day. They swam laps, played water games, and had a blast. Lea felt like she had finally found a place where she belonged. She had never been so happy and content.

In the end, Lea realized that her dad had been right all along. He had been trying to protect her from harm, but he had also been trying to teach her valuable life skills. Swimming with the ducks in the pond had been a fun experience, but swimming in the pool was even more exciting.

As the summer came to an end, Lea and her dad knew that they would miss swimming in the pool. However, they also knew that they would always have the memories of their time together in the pond. They were grateful for the time they had spent together and the lessons they had learned.

In conclusion, Lea's desire to swim with the ducks in the pond had been a source of frustration for her and her dad. However, their experience in the pool taught them valuable lessons about safety, responsibility, and the importance of following instructions. They were grateful for the time they had spent together and the memories they had created.

Dimension: 150 x 190 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398237568