Preparadas… listas… ¡Ya!

By Jeannine Atkins, Hector Viveros Lee
Paperback: $12.95

In Spanish. The day of the big swim meet has finally arrived, and Jessenia is excited, but a bit worried too.

Front cover for Get Set! Swim! by Jeannine Atkins and Hector Lee
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Get Set! Swim!
By Jeannine Atkins, Hector Viveros Lee

Description

The day of the big swim meet has finally arrived, and Jessenia is excited, but a bit worried too. It’s her first meet away from home, and the other team is on a winning streak. Her coach tells the team that everyone is equal in the water, but Jessenia wonders if their team spirit is really enough to lead them to victory.

Readers of all ages will root with Jessenia’s mother and little brother, Luis, for the team as they dive into the challenge of competition. Translated from Get Set! Swim!, Preparadas… listas… ¡Ya! is the perfect reminder for young athletes that teamwork and pride are sometimes the truest victories of all.

About the Creators

Jeannine Atkins

Jeannine Atkins is the author of Get Set! Swim!, which was named a "Choices" selection by the Cooperative Children's Book Center. She lives in Massachusetts with her husband and their daughter. Visit her online at jeannineatkins.com.

Hector Viveros Lee

Hector Viveros Lee was born in Calexico, California. He attended the Academy of Art in San Francisco, where he lives and works as an elementary school teacher. His hobbies include photography, jogging, and travel.

Awards

  • CCBC Choices

    Cooperative Children's Book Center (CCBC)

  • Outstanding Title

    Parent Council, Ltd.

Reviews

  • "A good choice for libraries looking for books in which a Latino family is center stage."

    - Booklist
  • "A winning story of competition, perseverance, and pride in accomplishment."

    - School Library Journal
  • "This is a warming story about families, pride and teamwork."

    - Multicultural Review

Paperback

  • ISBN 9781880000786
  • Publication Date Sep 01, 1998
  • Trim Size 10.5 × 8.5 in
  • Weight 0.3125 lbs
  • Page Count 32
  • Hardcover

  • ISBN 9781880000779
  • Publication Date Jan 01, 2100
  • Trim Size N/A
  • Weight 0.8125 lbs
  • Page Count 32
  • Interests

  • Audience Children
  • BISAC Category 1 JUV / People & Places / United States / Hispanic & Latino
  • BISAC Category 2 JUV / Sports & Recreation / Water Sports
  • BISAC Category 3 JUV / Social Themes / Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance
  • Themes Families, Fiction, Identity / Self Esteem / Confidence, Latinx / Latino / Hispanic, Optimism / Enthusiasm, Overcoming Obstacles, Persistence / Grit, Pride, Responsibility, Sports
  • Reading Levels

  • Age Range Ages 5 - 8
  • Grade Range Grades K - 3
  • Guided Reading P
  • ATOS Book Level 3.4
  • DRA 38
  • Lexile Level 710
  • Reading Level Grades 2 - 3
  • Bebop Reading Fluent
  • This Book is Included in These Collections:

    • 8
      Spanish Guided Reading Level P
      Collection of 8 books: $97.15

      977 in stock

    • 195
      Fluent Dual Language
      Collection of 195 books: $2,437.25