Helen Plum Library

From the crowing of a rooster to the rumble of early traffic and the sizzle of bacon cooking, this lyrical book explores the many sounds of morning, inviting the reader to welcome the start of each new day

Strategically placed die-cuts provide clues for readers searching for the noisemakers--and troublemakers--on a busy street

A family wakes up to hear all of the enjoyable sounds of the day, from a teapot whistling and sparrows tweeting to papers rustling and taxis honking

Mr. Brown is an expert at imitating all sorts of noises

As he makes his rounds, a night watchman hears birds calling, insects buzzing, and vehicles roaring by, while a stray kitten keeps him company

"A baby coos. A mommy sighs. Little one tucked in with dreams in her eyes. A gentle hand turns out the light. And all is quiet at the stroke of goodnight" --

Listen for the sounds and sights of a mysterious night in Sherlock Holmes in the Hound of Baskervilles

A boy and his dog hear a variety of sounds, including popcorn popping, flutes tooting, hands clapping, and fingers snapping

Magnus the Arctic seal wakes up one early morning, puzzled by a strange, rumbling sound. What's that noise? Hare, Owl, and Polar Bear don't have any idea, but Walrus has a good suggestion: it's Magnus' rumbling tummy! After a yummy feast the friends all settle down to sleep--but suddenly there's another rumbling sound. What's that noise?