A collection of simple craft projects designed to help children learn and remember the sounds of the letters of the alphabet.

Readers explore the science of sound in this engaging and accessible text. What makes a sound higher or lower, or louder or softer? How do our ears register sounds? These questions and more are answered in this fun and fresh take on a common science curriculum.

Sound waves are all around us creating a multitude of different frequencies. Some we can hear, and some we cannot hear. Discover the ways in which animals, insects, and birds communicate through sound as well as how sound is beneficial for other uses -- even if we can't hear it! High-interest, informational text paired with vibrant images and photos, intriguing facts, and a helpful glossary and index will keep readers engaged from cover to cover....

From the interesting and intriguing to the weird and wonderful Odd Jobs: Sound Effects Artist is HIGH interest combined with a LOW level of complexity to help struggling readers along. The carefully written, considerate text will hold readers' interest and allow for successful mastery, understanding, and enjoyment of reading about Sound Effects Artists. Clear, full-color photographs with captions provide additional accessible information. A table...

Sound is everywhere! This book uses real-world examples to bring the concept of sound to life in an approachable way. Clearly-written text draws in readers with concrete examples involving familiar, everyday things, from a train whistle to a thunder clap. The book covers the history of and key figures in the understanding of sound, including Pythagoras and Galileo. Major concepts covered include sound waves, frequency, amplitude, ultrasound, sonar,...

"Presents the science behind sound including dragster races, rock concerts, and rockets"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the work of several bioacousticians, scientists who study the sounds made by living creatures, discussing the results and importance of their research.