Splash: questions to ask and activities to try
Claire was scared of water, until one day everything changed. Splash is based on the childhood of Paralympic swimmer Claire Cashmore, who was born without a left forearm.
What age is it for? Splash is best for ages 3–6. Good for: Overcoming a fear of water, and limb difference.
Splash (Claire Cashmore and Sharon Davey)
- Age
- 3-6
- Best for
- Overcoming a fear of water, and limb difference
Read it before swimming lessons. Talk about what Claire was scared of, and how she was brave.
What it helps with
- Fear of water
- Limb difference and disability
- Bravery and trying
- Swimming
Comprehension and discussion questions
Pick two or three, not all of them. “I don’t know” is a fine answer, and you can always come back to it another day.
- “What was Claire scared of?”
- “How was she different?”
- “What helped her feel brave?”
- “What did she discover?”
- “What are you scared of trying?”
- “What would help you?”
5-minute activities to try together
Bath bravery
Practise putting your face in the bath water, a little bit at a time.
Swim goals
Draw a ladder of small swimming goals to climb.
Free printables: Splash worksheet and activity pack
This book’s one-page worksheet with the questions and activities above, plus our activity pack: printable scenario cards, three 5-minute activities and a “What could I try?” page for practising everyday skills together. Enter your email and download them straight away.
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- Best for
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- Age
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- Best for
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- Age
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- Best for
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- Age
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By the Growing Wise team · Last reviewed: 10 October 2026
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