Packed & Ready Press presents

Hurry Up
& Wait

Activity books for kids aged 8–12 made for the long waits at swim meets and dance competitions. Coloring, puzzles, teammate games and a log for every meet or comp.

The books

Pick the edition for your sport

Each book is 100 pages, a 7 × 10 inch paperback sized to fit in a swim or dance bag.

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A peek inside

Real pages from the books

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Why parents pack it

Something better than another hour on a screen

Made for the wait

Every page is built for the time between races and routines, from warm-up to the final awards.

Better with a teammate

Two-player games need only the book and two pencils, so kids can play with whoever is sitting next to them.

Not too young

Real pool, stage and gear art instead of cartoon characters, so it works for 8-year-olds and 12-year-olds alike.

No bleed-through

Coloring pages are printed one-sided, so markers don’t ruin the page behind.

A log to keep

10 meet or comp logs and a season tracker, so one book covers 10 meets or competitions, not just one weekend.

Answers included

Answer keys at the back for every puzzle.

Follow us

Swim and dance each have their own page

Follow the one that matches your kid’s sport, or both if your weekends are split between the pool and the stage.

FAQ

Questions parents ask

What is the Hurry Up & Wait series?

Activity books for kids aged 8–12 to use during the long waits at meets and competitions, one sport per book. The Swim Meet Edition and the Dance Competition Edition are out now.

Where can I buy the books?

Both books are paperbacks sold on Amazon. The Buy on Amazon buttons take you to the Amazon store for your country, including Amazon.com, Amazon.ca and Amazon.co.uk.

Can two kids share one book?

Yes. Each book has games for two players that need only the book and two pencils.

Markers or colored pencils?

Coloring pages are printed one-sided so markers don’t bleed through. Colored pencils are recommended for pool decks and dressing rooms.

Can I photocopy pages?

The copyright page allows photocopies for your own personal, non-commercial use, such as an extra game board for a teammate.

Is it a good team gift?

Yes. Each book has teammate games for two players, and the Dance Competition Edition has 32 kudos cards to give to teammates and dancers from other studios. For team, club or studio orders, email us at hello@packedandreadypress.com.

How long will one book last?

Each book has 10 meet or comp logs plus a season tracker, so one book covers 10 meets or competitions, not just one weekend.

How fast will it arrive?

The books are printed and shipped by Amazon. Delivery times depend on your location and shipping option, and Amazon shows the estimated delivery date before you check out.