Albie The Lifeguard [Paperback]

Louise W. Borden (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up

Albie gains the courage to go the distance at the town pool one summer in this delightful picture book with pastel artwork. Full color.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Lacking the confidence to join the swim team, Albie plays lifeguard in his backyard poolAand one day feels ready to sign up for the team; PW called this "a winning tale." Ages 4-8. (May)
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From School Library Journal

Kindergarten-Grade 2-- When all of his friends sign up for the Dolphin swim team, Albie puts on his sister's sunglasses, mounts a tall stool near his own backyard wading pool, and goes on lifeguard duty there. Later that summer, the town pool's lap lanes look less imposing to him, so he joins his buddies on the team. Borden pays tribute to the natural ability of a child to recognize and respect his own timetable and abilities. Young readers will feel understood and validated by this aspect of the book. Sayles's pastels suggest the power and unity of the fantasy that prepares Albie to meet his challenge when he is ready. Unfortunately, Borden delivers her story at an uneven pace, at times focused and beautiful, at times choppy and ineffective. After Albie's acceptance as a swim team member, she tacks on a quick gratuitous portrait of his daily arrival for practice. It dangles, disturbing the otherwise satisfying resolution. --Liza Bliss, Worcester Public Library, Salem Square, MA
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Scholastic Inc. (May 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0590445863
• ISBN-13: 978-0590445863
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 8.7 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #715,060 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Louise Borden's Albie the Lifeguard, February 17, 2000

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Melissa Mishoe (Winter Park, FL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Albie the Lifeguard (Library Binding)

Louise Borden skillfully weaves crucial safety issues in the context of a beautifully illustrated delightful children's book Albie the Lifeguard. From being scared of the water Albie watches his friends on the swimming team, gains confidence in his swimming abilities, and becomes a lifeguard. Put this book on your list for gift giving occasions for a special child in your life. This book is a must read for anyone who is a child at heart who enjoys the water.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My favorite childrens book- we re-read it often!!, December 11, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Albie the Lifeguard (Library Binding)

Albie is a great role model for all of us! I love reading this book to my children (8 and 11) as Albie has become like a part of our household- a great friend we can all rely on to remind us how we can be supportivbe to our friends and to ourselves. A great book- beautiful and fun pictures- it should be re-released..