Gifford, Clive.

Swimming and diving / by Clive Gifford. - Mankato, MN : Amicus, c2012. - 32 p. : col. ill. ; 27 cm. - Olympic sports. .

Includes bibliographical references (p. 31) and index.

Going for gold -- Starting and finishing -- Freestyle and butterfly -- Breaststroke and backstroke -- Relays -- Medleys -- Long distance swimming -- Open water swimming -- Diving -- Synchronized diving -- Synchronized swimming -- Water polo -- Gold medal greats.

"An introduction to a variety of swimming and diving sports the summer Olympics, including lap races, open water races, diving, and synchronized swimming. Also explains rules, records, and famous Olympic athletes in each sport"--Provided by publisher.

ISBN: 9781607531920 1607531925 9781770920392 (pbk.)

LCCN: 2010046934

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Swimming.
Diving.
Olympics.