tom learnt how to swim

Tom was an 8-year-old boy who loved playing outdoors. He enjoyed running, jumping, and climbing, but there was one thing he was afraid of - swimming. Whenever his friends went to the pool, Tom would sit by the side and watch them splash and play in the water. He wished he could join them, but the thought of swimming made him feel scared.

One sunny day, Tom met a friendly swimming instructor at the pool. The instructor had a warm smile and kind eyes. She noticed Tom sitting by the edge and asked him if he wanted to learn how to swim. Tom felt nervous but also excited. The instructor assured him that she would teach him slowly and gently, and that there was nothing to be afraid of.

With the instructor's encouragement, Tom took his first step into the pool. The water felt cool and refreshing. Holding onto a floating board, he kicked his legs and moved through the water. He was surprised by how much fun it was! The instructor praised his efforts and told him he was doing great. Tom's fear began to melt away as he realized that swimming could be enjoyable.

After many days of practice, Tom became more confident in the water. He learned different swimming strokes and techniques. Soon, he was gliding through the water with ease, feeling proud of his achievements. Tom's friends cheered for him as he swam across the pool. With a big smile on his face, Tom knew that he had overcome his fear and learnt how to swim. From that day on, he couldn't wait to dive into the pool and make a splash!