Benny Learns to Swim
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"A testament of true friendship." - Kirkus Reviews
"This delightful story about a girl and her dog will appeal to young readers." - School Library Journal
It’s hot outside. Sam and Benny would really like
to cool off in the lake. But first Benny has to take swimming
lessons and pass his test. And that’s not easy for a dog . . .
A funny and an endearing story about the friendship
between a girl and her dog, and about how much fun it is to swim.
For animal lovers and little swimmers ages 4 and up.
Guided Reading Level J
"This sweet and funny story is about Benny and Sam, a hot day and swimming. Benny is the pup who wants to swim while responsible Sam feels that Benny needs to take lessons before jumping into the pond. What will happen? Young listeners will enjoy finding out and, as a bonus, will see that swimming can be fun!" - JMFB Reviews
Judith Koppens has been an author and illustrator for many years. Children are her most important source of inspiration. Their enthusiasm and honesty are always part of her work. Judith lives in the Netherlands and works as a teacher at an elementary school.
Marja Meijer has been drawing since she was born, so it's not surprising that she went to an art academy to study illustrative design. She has worked as a freelance illustrator for newspapers and magazines and illustrated her first of many picture books in 1992. Marja lives in the Netherlands with her husband and children.