Snipp, Snapp, and Snurr were three little boys who lived in Sweden. They had blue eyes and yellow curls, and they looked very much alike.
One summer, the boys went to the seashore with their nanny. Although they didn't know how to swim, Snipp and Snapp decided to go "sailing" in Nanny's washtub. Luckily, Snurr ran and got help from their friend Nick. One thing was certain after that—it was time for the boys to learn to swim!
It took many lessons and a lot of practice, but in time Snipp, Snapp, and Snurr proudly showed their parents their new skills—and then they even won a swimming contest!
Originally published in the United States in 1954, Snipp, Snapp, Snurr Learn to Swim was one of a series of treasured books created by Swedish author-artist Maj Lindman (1886-1972). She also wrote and illustrated stories about three little Swedish girls, Flicka, Ricka, and Dicka.
Today's young readers will find the warm, wholesome stories of these busy, independent children quaint, but immensely satisfying.
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