Charlie’s First Swim

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Charlie finally took *the plunge* and went swimming! He’s usually the one who waits on the edges but this time he jumped in ahead of his friend who waited and watched. A tennis ball 🎾 is quite the prize!

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I'm a reading specialist and award winning educator from Chicago. While living in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado for nine years, I spent time hiking on the trails with my Goldendoodle Charlie and friends, writing, working in a literacy program at the Boulder Public Library, and mentoring writers and teachers. I love visiting schools. My books combine STEM and Kindness. "Aliana Reaches for the Moon" a picture book that draws inspiration from the moon and the curiosity of children, inviting children to be creative, explore, and experiment. "An Accidental Hero: A Mostly True Wombat Story" a picture book told in the form of a newscast which skillfully balances the serious subject of forest fires with compassion and humor to help children navigate this important topic through the real events of 2020. I moved to Northern New Jersey in 2025 and am working on new projects.

7 thoughts on “Charlie’s First Swim”

  1. Too cute! My poor girl hates water with a passion. She won’t even come on the sidewalk around the pool if we are in it. She would NEVER get anywhere near something like that.

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    1. Thanks! All last summer Charlie ran along the edge without getting wet barking at his friends to come out of the water and play. This year he got his legs wet but still wouldn’t swim. It was an exciting day for sure. I can relate to your pooch because I don’t like getting wet most of the time.

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