My child went swimming

Art

• The student may have observed the movement of water and how it reflects light, which can inspire them to create a piece of art capturing the essence of swimming.
• Swimming can be an inspiration for creating a story or poem about the experience and sensations felt while swimming.
• They may have noticed different swimming strokes and body movements, which can be depicted through drawings or paintings.

English Language Arts

• The student can write a descriptive passage about the swimming experience, utilizing adjectives and sensory language to vividly portray the sensations of swimming.
• They can create a narrative recounting their swimming activity, incorporating dialogue and character development.
• Swimming may inspire the student to explore poetry, writing poems about the water, diving, or the freedom of movement in the pool.

Science

• The student now has a hands-on understanding of buoyancy and the principles of water resistance as they experienced floating and moving in the water.
• They may have observed the effects of water displacement and the differences in the body’s movement on land and in water.
• They'll have learned about water safety, the concept of floatation, and perhaps even the basics of water-based lifesaving techniques.

After the swimming activity, encourage the child to explore different swimming techniques through research and practice — including different swimming strokes and diving. Positively reinforcing water safety practices and honing their swimming skills can pave the way for long-term comfort and confidence in the water.

Book Recommendations

• Swimmy by Leo Lionni: Amidst beautifully illustrated sea creatures, Swimmy showcases the power of teamwork and cooperation.
• The Water Princess by Susan Verde: An inspiring story about a young girl’s determination to bring clean water to her African village.
• Swimming Lessons by Claire Fuller: A novel about love, loss, and the importance of perseverance, twined with the metaphor of swimming and learning how to stay afloat.