Author: Alan Cross, Emma Cross and Nicole Mortillaro
Illustrator: Carl Wiens
Publisher: Kids Can Press

Have you ever wondered what makes music, well, music? How is it made? How do we hear it? And why you just can’t get that one song out of your head? Find out all the answers to these questions and more in The Science of Song as you see how music and the way we listen to it has changed through the ages. From the earliest animal-bone instruments to the demise (and rise) of vinyl to hologram concerts, this instrumental exploration of the science of music is sure to be a hit!

The Science of Song is a short informative book that traces historical facts about sound and music from the beginning of time to modern society. It speaks about inventors and inventions of sound and music that have influenced society. The book also talks about how the brain functions according to sound and gives a panoply of playlist suggestions for the reader to listen to.

This is a very interesting book for early readers to learn key information about the history of sound and music without having to do all the research themselves. Music lovers will gravitate to this book to learn more about this musical passion. Furthermore, this book does not over-complicate explanations of sound and music. It is very simple and easy to both read and understand. Unlike some other books about this subject that are out there, that really delve into the intricacies of brain functions and neuro pathways, this book keeps information on a much more accessible surface level. If that is what you are looking for, however, then this is not the book for you.

- Nicholas Rafael