Otto Learns to Swim
An Oscar the Rabbits and Friends Story
by Oscar Barby
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Pub Date 15 Nov 2023 | Archive Date 31 Mar 2024
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Description
This story about a baby otter having an identity crisis is as much for children aged 3–8 as it is for the kid in all of us …
It’s Otto’s birthday, and he decides to become a pirate. The only problem? His mom says that if he wants to sail across the seven seas, he must first learn how to swim.
The troublesome twins, Sam and Pam, join Oscar the Rabbit, to watch as Otto gets a swimming lesson from his mum.
At first, he sinks. He splutters. He panics. And then he swims!
Soon, Otto is slipping through the river like a true otter and learns that all he needs to be is himself.
Read this story aloud to any small children facing the scary journey of self-discovery or their first swimming lessons. It’s also perfect for early-school readers and any fans of The Gruffalo!
Available Editions
ISBN | 9798867012076 |
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Featured Reviews
Otto Learns to Swim is a wonderful children's book that captures the essence of overcoming challenges. As someone who adores stories that inspire resilience and courage, I thoroughly enjoyed following Otto's journey from a hesitant otter to a confident swimmer. The delightful illustrations and relatable characters make this book a joy to read for children of all ages, but its message resonates with the kid in all of us. Through Otto's adventure, young readers learn the importance of perseverance and staying true to oneself, making it a perfect addition to any child's bookshelf.
Hey, parents and kiddos! Are you ready for an adventure that'll have you giggling and cheering all the way? Well, hold onto your floaties, because Otto Learns to Swim is about to make a splash! Picture this: it's Otto's birthday, and he's dreaming of becoming a pirate. But there's just one tiny problem – he can't swim! Cue the hilarious antics as Otto takes on the challenge of learning to swim with the help of his trusty friends. From sinking to spluttering to finally soaring through the water like a true otter, Otto teaches us all a valuable lesson: that sometimes, all we need to do is be ourselves. So grab your copy today and dive into a story that's as heartwarming as it is hilarious!
This was another banger in the series, Otto, who is mostly an otter, but sometime a pirate, has a great time getting over his fear of water and learning to sign. The book covers the nervousness but takes it a step further and manages to capture the absolute glee that Otto feels being in water, be that rushing over rapids and sliding about or just exploring the underwater depths and plant life. The excitement and adventure is well described, and the pleasure Otto takes in being special and being an Otter is lovely. The images are well adapted and match the words, and bob about the page occasionally to mimic the water. A hit of a book with my little person.
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