World of Eric Carle, Around the Farm 30-Button Animal Sound Book
Apple 30-Button Sound Book Series
What’s inside...
The book is an interactive sound book that takes the children on a journey around the farm, while introducing them to different farm animals and the sounds they make. It helps the children in developing their vocabulary and recognition skills through playful learning. Put on your overalls and have a stroll Around The Farm in this amazing sound book! Your little one can press 30 different sound buttons while they read to bring the amazing art stylings of Eric Carle to life!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
1-2
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What sounds do you think other animals make that aren't in the book?
Which animal was your favorite, and why did you like it the most?
If you could be any animal from the book, which one would you choose and what would you do?
How do you think the animals feel when they make their sounds?
Can you think of a story we can make up with your favorite animal from the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to mimic the animal sounds as they hear them, making the reading experience interactive and fun. Ask your child to guess the animal sound before pressing the button, promoting active participation. Relate the animals to any pets or familiar animals your child knows to deepen personal connection to the book. Use expressive facial gestures and voice modulations to enhance storytelling and keep your child engaged.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Animal Recognition
Explanation: This book uses sound buttons to introduce children to different farm animals, helping them associate animal sounds with their corresponding species.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this knowledge during trips to the farm or zoo, enhancing their observational skills and understanding of animal behavior.
Example Lesson: Cause and Effect
Explanation: By pressing the sound buttons, children learn that their actions (pressing the button) can produce outcomes (animal sounds), which is a basic understanding of cause and effect.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children grasp the concept of action and reaction in everyday tasks and interactions.
Example Lesson: Listening Skills
Explanation: The book encourages children to listen carefully to the sounds each animal makes, fostering attentive and active listening.
Real-World Application: Improved listening skills can help in understanding instructions and communicating effectively with others in school and at home.
Example Lesson: Vocabulary Development
Explanation: Each animal and sound introduces new words to a child's vocabulary, expanding their language skills.
Real-World Application: An enriched vocabulary aids in better articulation of thoughts and feelings, enhancing communication in social and educational settings.
Example Lesson: Sensory Learning
Explanation: Touching the buttons to produce sounds involves tactile engagement, which activates different sensory pathways in the brain.
Real-World Application: Sensory learning is crucial for young children, helping them develop cognitive skills essential for reading, writing, and problem-solving.