Coming Soon! New Water Safety Book: Life with Lou

Serves: ALL ages and abilities
By Barbie Larimore and Kim Shults

CHILDREN- According to USA Swimming…

• 70% of African American children cannot swim
• 60% of Latino children cannot swim
• 40% of Caucasian children cannot swim
• Drowning is the 2nd leading cause of childhood unintentional death for children under age 14 

ADULTS- According to the Centers for Disease Control, 37% of American adults can’t swim the length of a pool, which puts them at risk of being one of the 10 people who drown every day in the United States. If a parent does not know how to swim, there is only a 13% chance that a child in that household will learn how to swim. (USA Swimming) Also, illiteracy has become such a serious problem in our country that 44 million adults are now unable to read a simple story to their children.

SCHOOLS- According to UNICEF, "Nearly a billion people will enter the 21st century unable to read a book or sign their names and two thirds of them are women." Two-thirds of students who cannot read proficiently by the end of the 4th grade will end up in jail or on welfare. Over 70% of America’s inmates cannot read above a 4th grade level.

Life with Lou provides a fun opportunity to explore text together and have a conversation about the importance of swimming and water safety skills. It is great for all types of learners- auditory, visual and kinesthetic. Learning to swim and learning to read inspire intellectual and personal growth and promote self-confidence. It is a must-have for all elementary classrooms.

COMMUNITY/ FAMILY ORGANIZATIONS- Participation in formal swimming lessons could reduce the likelihood of childhood drowning by 88%. (USA Swimming) Life with Lou is the perfect companion to reinforce those skills. It’s a great book for swim schools, learn-to-swim programs, after school programs, libraries and community events. 

Whether you use the recipe, just check out the ingredients, pass it along to share the deliciousness of it with everyone… or ALL of the above…Remember that it takes no preparation, is ready-to-go and can be eaten (or maybe just read) in 10 minutes to those served.  Lives changed! No calories!

After Indulgence effects may include self-confidence, empowerment, curiosity, learning and even personal communication. If you experience one or more, you’re on the right track to success! Keep reading and share Life with Lou with a friend!

So join us in cooking up some change through Life with Lou.