Poem: The Swimmer

LET US SING

The Swimmer

She stands still and tall,

She seems greater than all.

She dives like the fish,

To be like her, one can only wish.

She swims with perfect flight,

Her strokes like dancing light.

She breathes air,

And rips across the water with flair.

Up ahead, the audience cheer,

She knows that the finish line is near.

She picks up her pace,

As she wants to win the race.

Straining with all her might,

She never gives up the fight.

As she reaches the wall,

Her name as winner they call.

Note to the teacher: Sing the song with actions. Encourage children to listen and sing along with actions.

Glossary

strokes : a particular style of moving the arms and legs in swimming.

rips : pull (something) quickly or forcibly

cheer : expressing good wishes

flair : ability / talent

strain : force

give up : surrender