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Nick Arnold

Horrible Science: Sounds Dreadful

Horrible Science: Sounds Dreadful

Genre:

Sci-fi Non-fiction

Target Audience:

3. Junior Readers (9-10 years old) 4. Pre-teen Readers (11-12 years old)

Preview:

Sounds Dreadful explores the fascinating and sometimes terrifying science of sound. Young readers discover how sound travels, how our ears hear, why some sounds are deafening, and how animals use sound to communicate—all explained through bizarre facts, funny cartoons and the trademark Horrible Science humour.

Perfect for readers, who:

  • Are curious about sound, hearing and how our ears work.
  • Love science mixed with humour and weird facts.
  • Enjoy funny cartoons and surprising discoveries.
  • Prefer entertaining non-fiction over traditional textbooks.

Why You'll Love It:

✓ Makes the science of sound simple and entertaining.
✓ Explores hearing, vibrations and how sound travels.
✓ Packed with strange and memorable science facts.
✓ Funny illustrations make learning more engaging.
✓ Connects everyday sounds with fascinating science.

Also consider the below aspects before you select:

❌ Contains the trademark gross-out jokes and humour of the Horrible Science series.
❌ Readers looking for detailed, textbook-style acoustics may prefer a more formal science book.

Verdict:

A fun, noisy and fascinating introduction to the science of sound, perfect for young readers who enjoy discovering how the world around them works—with plenty of humour along the way.

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