by Claire Cashmore
illustrated by Sharon Davey
 
“Up on the podium, Claire grins from ear to ear. She throws her arms in the air and waves her stump with pride”. A bright, autobiographical picture book from Paralympics GB Gold Medallist, Clarie Cashmore. Claire does everything her sisters do. Except swimming, that is; the idea makes her feel…squirmy… She’d rather eat a pickled sandwich! But then one day, on the hottest of days, she takes the plunge and from that moment on, she’s a confirmed mermaid. Soon, she even has sights set on gold! Starring a child with a limb difference. Fabulous inspiration to help children conquer their fears and anxieities. ‘Nice story of a child who discovers the joy of swimming and becomes a Paralympics champion’ (June, Disability activist, Letterbox Library reviewer). Age 4-7, Paperback 28pp
 
Themes: Disabilities