{"product_id":"swim-stars-caya-lee-9798267766852","title":"Swim Stars: Book 1 - First Time Flutters: A Swimming Chapter Book About Finding Courage, Making Friends, and Joining Your First Team (Perfect for Ages","description":"What happens when a scared 7-year-old steps onto the pool deck for the first time?\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeet Xavier Lee\u003c\/b\u003e - he can barely make it across the pool with a kickboard, and putting his face underwater makes his heart race. But something about the splash and speed of swimming calls to him. When his parents suggest joining the Maplewood Marlins swim team, Xavier's stomach does flip turns... but maybe, just maybe, this could be his thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom that terrifying first practice where he can barely keep up, to finding his stroke, his team, and his confidence\u003c\/b\u003e - watch Xavier discover that being brave doesn't mean you're not scared, it means you jump in anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith the help of patient Coach Scott, new friends like confident Coral and funny Austin, and his wonderfully supportive family cheering from the stands, Xavier learns that sometimes the scariest splash leads to the biggest dreams.\u003c\/p\u003ePerfect for young readers who love: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSports stories with heart\u003c\/b\u003e - Authentic swimming details that make you feel the pool water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRelatable characters\u003c\/b\u003e - Kids who feel nervous but find their courage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFamily bonds\u003c\/b\u003e - The Lee family's love and support shines on every page\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFriendship and teamwork\u003c\/b\u003e - How strangers become teammates become family\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrowth mindset\u003c\/b\u003e - Celebrating effort, improvement, and small victories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatch Xavier's journey from kickboard races to freestyle sprints!\u003c\/b\u003e Every stroke feels real because it's written by someone who lived the swimming life - from the chlorine smell to the pre-race butterflies to the joy of finally getting that flip turn right.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis isn't just about learning to swim - it's about finding where you belong.\u003c\/b\u003e Xavier discovers that the pool deck isn't just about fast times and winning races. It's about showing up even when you're scared, cheering for your teammates, and learning that your biggest competitor is yesterday's version of yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal for kids starting their first sport, nervous about swim lessons, or transitioning to team activities.\u003c\/b\u003e Parents love how the book addresses common fears about joining teams while teaching valuable lessons about persistence, friendship, and believing in yourself even when things feel impossible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect summer reading for young swimmers!\u003c\/b\u003e Whether your child is taking swimming lessons, considering joining a swim team, or just loves stories about kids who overcome their fears to chase their dreams, Xavier's story will resonate and inspire.\u003c\/p\u003eWhat Parents Are Saying: \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"A beautiful story about finding where you belong... Xavier's journey will inspire any child trying something new.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"My son started asking about swim lessons after the first chapter!\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Finally, a book that shows kids it's okay to be nervous - and still be brave.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Perfect for our shy daughter who was scared to try team sports.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for ages 6-14\u003c\/b\u003e, whether your child is a swimming enthusiast, thinking about trying a new sport, or simply loves stories about kids finding their passion and overcoming their fears.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBook 1 in the new Swim Stars series\u003c\/b\u003e - dive into Xavier's world where every stroke counts, every teammate matters, and every race is a chance to discover what you're truly capable of.\u003c\/p\u003eReady to make a splash with Xavier?\u003cp\u003eStart swimming today and discover why families everywhere are falling in love with the Maplewood Marlins!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: children's swimming books, sports chapter books for kids, overcoming fear, team sports, Asian-American children's literature, first time experiences, building confidence, swimming lessons, summer reading\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Caya Lee,Miles Lee\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798267766852\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/30\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 158\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.48lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.37d","brand":"Caya Lee","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47761120264447,"sku":"9798267766852","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_cd1962ac-2f46-4be7-9b34-3ecff1adfd51.jpg?v=1765514568","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/swim-stars-caya-lee-9798267766852","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}