The Listening Walk
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1961 · Est. 6 min read-aloud

The Listening Walk

By Paul Showers, Aliki (Illustrator)

Discover a world of sounds on a quiet walk. Listen closely and be amazed.

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32 pages· 768 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
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Join a little girl and her father on a quiet walk where silence reveals a symphony of everyday sounds. As they stroll, the girl uncovers an extraordinary auditory world, transforming the mundane into the magical. What wonders will they hear when they truly listen? This journey invites young readers to slow down and explore the hidden melodies of their surroundings, sparking curiosity and appreciation for the simple joys of life. Perfect for children eager to engage their senses and discover the beauty in the world around them.

From the publisher

With art by home and classroom favorite Aliki, The Listening Walk will remind both adults and kids of the wonders all around them…if they slow down and listen. This picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 4 to 6. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.”A fine resource for studying the senses.”–BooklistPut on your socks and shoes–and don’t forget your ears! We’re going on a listening walk. Shhhhh. Do not talk. Do not hurry. Get ready to fill your ears with a world of wonderful and surprising sounds.A little girl and her father take a quiet walk and identify the sounds around them. Soon the girl discovers an extraordinary world of sounds in her everyday environment.–Booklist

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
768
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
480L
Themes & topics
Books about listeningBooks about familyBooks about the five sensesBooks about sounds or noisesBooks about father-daughter relationships
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.3
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
17536
Publication
Published
January 28, 1993
First published
January 1, 1961
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780064433228

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