{"product_id":"the-big-splash-isbn-9781774882092","title":"The Big Splash","description":"\u003cb\u003eJulia and her swim team struggle with a new strict coach, but she is determined to make a big splash regardless in this buoyant illustrated chapter book for ages 7 and up. For fans of Mindy Kim and Jasmine Toguchi.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJulia is dismayed to learn that Coach Marissa has to leave the Vipers swim team for an urgent family matter. Coach Nathan, their new temporary coach, is strict and humorless. He doesn't even let them have Splash Time! And it's not just Julia who's upset — two of her teammates have even quit the team. So it's no surprise that the team is not enthusiastic when Coach Nathan asks them to put together a car wash fundraiser for the team.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut then they learn that there's going to be a big increase in pool rental fees, which means the Vipers may lose practice days, or worse, not be able to swim at all. Julia takes the lead and gets the Vipers organized. Along the way, she learns more about her nemesis, teammate Olivia, and even Coach Nathan. Maybe first impressions aren't always the most accurate.\u003cb\u003eA \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e Best Book of 2025\u003cbr\u003eOne of CBC Books' 20 Canadian children's books to read this summer (2025)\u003cbr\u003eA Canadian Children's Book Centre Best Book for Kids and Teens, Fall 2025\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRAISE FOR \u003ci\u003eThe Big Spash\u003c\/i\u003e: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This must-have addition to the series continues the journey of an endearing protagonist who authentically illuminates a variety of coming-of-age lessons.\" \u003cb\u003e—STARRED REVIEW, \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An authentic, funny, and endearing series addition, with big splashes of fun.\" \u003cb\u003e—\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Black-and-white illustrations help bring the swim team, coach drama, and friend dynamics to life. A lighthearted story that challenges readers to look deeper and see what’s beneath the surface.\" \u003cb\u003e—\u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eANGELA AHN\u003c\/b\u003e is a former teacher and librarian. She is the author of several children's books. \u003ci\u003ePeter Lee's Notes from the Field\u003c\/i\u003e was shortlisted for the Governor General's Award and the OLA Silver Birch Award, among others, and was named an USBBY Outstanding International Book. She lives in Vancouver, BC, with her family.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJULIE KIM\u003c\/b\u003e is an author and illustrator living in Seattle, USA. A graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, her illustrations have been featured in several children's books, including \u003ci\u003eMy Special Space \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eMysterious Spinners\u003c\/i\u003e. Her authorial debut, \u003ci\u003eWhere's Halmoni?\u003c\/i\u003e, has received several starred reviews. Its sequel \u003ci\u003eWhere's Joon? \u003c\/i\u003ewas published in October 2023.","brand":"Tundra Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48233628991717,"sku":"NP9781774882092","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781774882092.jpg?v=1767738377","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-big-splash-isbn-9781774882092","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}