This book describes the properties of sound and the part it plays in communication, entertainment, navigation, health care, and industry covering such terms as decibels, sonar, ultrasound, amplitude, and more.
Simple text and color photographs depict the properties and abilities of sound waves. Also examines how the human ear hears sounds. Includes an activity, a glossary, critical thinking questions, and further resources.
Simple text and color photographs depict children exploring a variety of loud and quiet sounds with their sense of hearing. Includes a picture glossary.
"This photo-illustrated book for young readers describes how hearing works and what we learn about our surroundings through our sense of hearing"--Provided by publisher.