THE LITTLE WONDER ATLAS · AGES 6–12 WITH A GROWN-UP
The science of swimming
Swimming involves forces, movement and skills learned with a qualified teacher.
No timer. No account. Learn at your pace.
Follow the wonder
Choose a numbered step to highlight its place in the picture.
Water pushes upward on an immersed body. This upward force is buoyancy.
Hands and feet can push water backward; the water pushes the swimmer forward.
Water resists movement. Body position changes how much resistance a swimmer feels.
Learn with a qualified instructor and close adult supervision in a suitable swimming area.
TRY ONE QUESTION · HINTS ARE WELCOME
What is the upward push from water called?
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Buoyancy
For grown-ups: sources and learning notes
Reviewed 28 September 2026. These are introductory explanations; the diagrams simplify real structures and processes.