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Synopsis
(Age 3-7) (Pre-K to 2) **''A little black fish in a school of red fish figures out a way of protecting them all from their natural enemies.''** Deep in the sea there lives a happy school of little fish. Their watery world is full of wonders, but there is also danger, and the little fish are afraid to come out of hiding . . . until Swimmy comes along. **Swimmy shows his friends how—with ingenuity and team work—they can overcome any danger.** With its graceful text and stunning artwork, this **Caldecott Honor Book** deserves a place on every child’s shelf.
Is Swimmy appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 3 and up.
A gentle classic about a brave little fish who helps his school overcome danger through teamwork and cleverness. Brief implied predation (danger from larger fish) but handled age-appropriately.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include animal death.
Who'll love this
Kids will love following Swimmy's clever plan to keep his fish friends safe from bigger creatures in the ocean.