People are talking about Sidney Won't Swim . The illustrations in this book simply enhance an already well written story. Water safety is a year around concern, and Sidney will help ease the fears of new learners.
All children have fears.
Picture books can be a good way to help them talk about and eventually master such anxieties. The energetic characters and common emotions are made more palpable through the art. Sometimes an indirect message can soothe a child better than a parent.