Flipflop's First Swim
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Flipflop's First Swim
Patrick Yee
Waddle, slippery slip, skid, skidaddle! Off goes Flipflop for her first swimming lesson but the water looks so far down from the edge of the ledge. After a couple of abortive attempts and a bit of help from Little Seal, Flipflop finds herself 'Flap, flap, flippering': a good attempt at penguin paddle points out a friendly albatross, who goes on to tell her about real swimming. Then, it's not long before young Flipflop is backstroking and backflipping with the best of the aquatic animals. A lovely story, full of warmth and gentle humour. Ideal for sharing with nursery and infant children, especially those just taking their first plunge into the world of school.