Story time often falls at nap time or bedtime, when you want your kids to settle down into silence. But many of the best picture books convey the sounds of the world onto the page, and allow readers to raise a fine ruckus. Here are six noisy picture books to fill your story time with […]
The Sound of Silence
A Parents' Choice Gold Medal Winner ★ "An inviting tale that will stretch inquisitive and observant young minds." Kirkus, starred review A beautiful, lyrical book about a boy seeking silence in a bustling city, for fans of The Quiet Book and Wabi Sabi "Do you have a favorite sound?" little Yoshio asks. The musician answers, "The most beautiful sound is the sound of ma, of silence." But Yoshio lives in Tokyo, Japan: a giant, noisy, busy city. He hears shoes squishing through puddles, trains whooshing, cars beeping, and families laughing. Tokyo is like a symphony hall! Where is silence? Join Yoshio on his journey through the hustle and bustle of the city to find the most beautiful sound of all. ★ "This book will be especially welcome in settings that teach yoga or mindfulness, but its message and striking art will be appreciated anywhere the din of daily life can overwhelm." School Library Journal, starred review
"1123110025"
The Sound of Silence
A Parents' Choice Gold Medal Winner ★ "An inviting tale that will stretch inquisitive and observant young minds." Kirkus, starred review A beautiful, lyrical book about a boy seeking silence in a bustling city, for fans of The Quiet Book and Wabi Sabi "Do you have a favorite sound?" little Yoshio asks. The musician answers, "The most beautiful sound is the sound of ma, of silence." But Yoshio lives in Tokyo, Japan: a giant, noisy, busy city. He hears shoes squishing through puddles, trains whooshing, cars beeping, and families laughing. Tokyo is like a symphony hall! Where is silence? Join Yoshio on his journey through the hustle and bustle of the city to find the most beautiful sound of all. ★ "This book will be especially welcome in settings that teach yoga or mindfulness, but its message and striking art will be appreciated anywhere the din of daily life can overwhelm." School Library Journal, starred review
18.99
In Stock
5
1
![The Sound of Silence](http://img.images-bn.com/static/redesign/srcs/images/grey-box.png?v11.10.4)
The Sound of Silence
40![The Sound of Silence](http://img.images-bn.com/static/redesign/srcs/images/grey-box.png?v11.10.4)
The Sound of Silence
40
18.99
In Stock
Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780316203371 |
---|---|
Publisher: | Little, Brown Books for Young Readers |
Publication date: | 08/02/2016 |
Pages: | 40 |
Sales rank: | 258,862 |
Product dimensions: | 8.60(w) x 11.10(h) x 0.60(d) |
Lexile: | AD700L (what's this?) |
Age Range: | 4 - 8 Years |
About the Author
From the B&N Reads Blog