About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their toddler or preschooler starts noticing and pointing out every sound, from a dog's bark to a passing siren. "Sounds All Around Us" is a simple and effective concept book that introduces the properties of sound in a way very young children can understand. Using bright, clear photographs, it contrasts concepts like loud and soft, or near and far. The book fosters a sense of curiosity and joy in observing the everyday world, making it a perfect tool for building vocabulary and starting early science conversations. Its short length and sturdy format are ideal for the 2 to 5-year-old age group.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
There are no sensitive topics in this book. It is a straightforward, secular educational title.
Ideal Reader
The ideal reader is a 2 or 3-year-old who is in a big language acquisition phase and is actively noticing and labeling their environment. It's perfect for a child who is just beginning to understand opposites and categories. It could also be a comforting read for a child who is sometimes overwhelmed by loud noises, as it helps to name and understand sounds in a calm context.
Parent Prep
No preparation is needed. The book can be read cold. A parent may wish to extend the learning by going on a "listening walk" after reading to identify sounds from the book in their own neighborhood. A parent has noticed their child's burgeoning awareness of auditory stimuli. The child might be mimicking sounds, asking "What's that noise?", or getting excited by trucks and animals. The parent is looking for a way to channel this natural curiosity into a shared reading and learning experience.
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