Making Sounds
Sounds all around us Series
What’s inside...
Acorn books provide carefully leveled non-fiction to introduce key curriculum concepts. This series introduces children to different sounds, how they are made and how we hear them. Includes notes for parents and teachers. Sounds are made in a variety of ways, from snapping your fingers to hitting a baseball to laughing out loud. This title explores how we make sounds and detect them. Readers will learn about sound waves, how the human ear works, and how an animal's ear works.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-6
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What sounds do you like the most, and why?
Can you think of a place that is very quiet? How does that make you feel?
If you were to create a new sound, what would it be like?
Why do you think some sounds make us feel happy and others make us feel scared?
How do you think the world would be different if it was completely silent?
Tip: Role play these questions
When discussing the book, mimic the sounds mentioned to make the reading experience more interactive and fun.
Encourage your child to close their eyes and use their imagination to identify sounds you describe from the book.
Use 'Making Sounds' as a springboard to explore sounds in your own environment, further enhancing their learning experience.
After reading, engage your child in a sound-hunt adventure around the house or outside to find and mimic the sounds they heard in the book.
Relate the sounds in the book to personal experiences or family events, which helps personalize the story for the child.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Exploration of environmental sounds
Explanation: In 'Making Sounds,' the story guides children through different sounds found in their environment, from animal noises to everyday household sounds.
Real-World Application: Children can become more observant and aware of their surroundings, promoting curiosity and interactive learning.
Example Lesson: Learning of sound sources
Explanation: The book helps children associate particular sounds with their sources, enhancing their understanding of cause and effect.
Real-World Application: This knowledge helps children navigate their world better, recognizing and differentiating sounds and their origins in real life.
Example Lesson: Introduction to onomatopoeia
Explanation: Charlotte Guillain uses onomatopoeic words to mimic sounds which makes reading fun and engaging for young listeners.
Real-World Application: Children can experiment with using expressive language in their daily communication, enriching their vocabulary and oral skills.
Example Lesson: Auditory discrimination
Explanation: By presenting diverse sounds, the book aids in the development of auditory discrimination skills among children.
Real-World Application: Improving this skill can significantly benefit children’s language development and their ability to follow verbal instructions.