Asks such questions as "Do little mice purr?" and "Do butterflies growl?" and then tells which animal makes each specific sound.

Presents animal sounds in many different languages.

"Animals sing or talk to communicate. They make noise for different reasons. Find out why some animals make certain noises"--Provided by publisher.

Briefly describes the behavior of and sounds made by various animals, from one growling tiger to twenty croaking frogs.

Rhyming text and flaps reveal a variety of wild animals and the sounds they make, including snakes, bears, and lions. On board pages.

Scenes from African landscapes introduce the sounds made by such savanna animals as elephants, giraffes, lions, and zebras.

"In farmyards, jungles, and oceans, almost every animal has something to say. Why do whales sing? What does a rooster want us to know? This book is a unique combination of language arts, science, and noisy fun."--

An introduction to animal sounds with bright, bold, embossed textures throughout.

"Sail the seas on an adventure to discover some of the world's most exciting shores. As you approach land and explore the pop-up panoramas, you'll hear the call of a scarlet ibis, the roar of a polar bear, and the bellow of an alligator." --P. [4] of cover.