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Liliag xav kawm ua luam dej xws li ib txhiag phooj ywg. Tab sis thaj tsam ntawm pas dej nrov heev, cov me nyuam yaus lub pas mas nrov tiag tiag, tej thaum tsis yooj yim li.Ua rau Liliag ntshai tsis xav nyob ze pas dej. ""Yog kuv tog hauv pas dej lawm ntshai puas muaj leej twg pom?""Liliag hais vim nws ntshai. Txij thaum Liliag nrog nws txiv xyaum ua luam dej ua ke, nws thiaj tsis ntshai lawm. --- 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 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.

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""This bright kids book sends a powerful message to young readers that if they trust in their parents, and give it a good try, together they can accomplish anything."" - Literary Titan ""What really makes this book stand out and shine is how relatable Lillian and her struggles are... It's something that all of us, at one point or another, struggle with: doubt, fear, apprehension, and discomfort in experiencing or trying something new."" - Outstanding Creator Awards ""It teaches kids that play and the support of the adults in their life can help them overcome many of their fears... I loved this book, and it's clear that Tuula Pere is a seriously talented author."" - Readers' Favorite (Anne-Marie Reynolds) ""The author did a terrific job, convincing young readers that their desires can be achieved by perseverance and determination... I very highly recommend Scared to Swim to parents who want to encourage their young children to work on their fears."" - Readers' Favorite (Francis Mont)

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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.

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