The ability to hear and make sounds helps us to gain information about what is going on in our environment, as well as to communicate with one another.
From early age, children will be aware of sounds all around them - voices, body sounds, weather, animals, vehicles, machinery, music, TV and toys. They will know that sounds are used to convey messages - for example, sirens warn of danger, radio and TV broadcasts provide information and entertainment, music affects our mood and emotions, and talking and listening enable the exchange of knowledge and experience.
Use the information below to inform your planning and help you support young children's scientific exploration. But remember, it is not intended that children in the Foundation Stage are taught these facts.
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