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Description
"Hearing Things" by Allan Fowler is a children's science book that explains the sense of hearing and how people experience different sounds in their daily lives. The book, part of the Rookie Read-About Science series aimed at early elementary students, covers topics such as how sound travels, the parts of the ear, and the various sources of sound in the world around us. Through simple language and examples appropriate for kindergarten through third-grade readers, the book introduces basic concepts about sound and listening.
Quick Summary
" Hearing Things" turns the simple act of listening into an interactive adventure that shows kids how sound shapes everything around them. The book is packed with surprises that make kids stop and really listen to the world, from the laugh-out-loud moments to the "wait, I never thought about that" discoveries about how their own ears work. If your kid loves exploring senses like in "The Magic School Bus" books or enjoys interactive science discoveries, they'll be completely hooked. Perfect for kindergarten through third graders, especially ages 5-8, who are curious about how their bodies work.