The Very Noisy Baby

The Very Noisy Baby by Alison Lester is a joyful, animal-filled adventure with irresistible read-aloud appeal. This charming picture book tells the story of a baby with a very big talent-making animal noises so convincing that people come knocking at her door looking for their lost pets! Full of humour and repetition, it keeps little ones guessing and giggling with each turn of the page. The baby's noisy skills eventually help to reunite the animals with their owners, showing that even the youngest among us can make a big difference. Soft, engaging illustrations balance colour and space, making this book both visually and aurally satisfying.

Educational Benefits:

• Develops phonological awareness through animal sounds and rhymes.
• Enhances memory and prediction skills through repetitive storytelling.
• Encourages expressive reading and dramatic play.
• Supports comprehension and sequencing of events.

Classroom Ideas:

• Use for an animal sounds guessing game during group story time.
• Encourage students to act out the story with sound effects.
• Discuss how sounds help communicate and solve problems.
• Create a mini puppet show based on the story.

Information:

• Ages: 2+ years
• Format: Hardcover
• Author: Alison Lester
• Dimensions: 23.5 — 29.7 — 0.9 cm