Buzzing bees through the pages

Librio Library #66 – “Buzz! Boom! Bang!” – Benjamin Gottwald

3 Minute Read

Why we chose “Buzz! Boom! Bang!”

Sometimes we stumble across books that are so wonderfully crazy and unique that they immediately captivate us. “Buzz! Boom! Bang!” by Benjamin Gottwald is definitely one of them. Whilst this book is currently only available in German,it’s not a classic read-aloud – it’s an interactive adventure that combines sounds, imagination and humor in an ingenious way, so even if you don’t speak German you can still have fun!

spider plays piano cover

Every page is a small work of art with an incredible amount to see, do and, above all, hear for young and old explorers alike.

“Buzz! Boom! Bang!” stimulates creativity with its colorful pictures. Whether it’s a pig bouncing happily on a trampoline or a swarm of buzzing bees whirling across the pages – each illustration invites you to invent new sounds and rethink the pictures in your very own way.
A real highlight for everyone who wants to laugh, marvel and of course have lots of fun together!

Yay, we’re reading sounds! Wait a sec … what?

What are we hearing as we look at these images? What does it sound like when an elephant clumsily staggers down a flight of stairs? And what does a swarm of bees buzzing through the pages sound like? This is exactly the magic of “Buzz! Boom! Bang!”. Each page features imaginative, colorful and funny illustrations that invite you to join in. Because it’s not just about reading – it’s about making the pictures come alive with your imagination!

Benjamin Gottwald created a book that invites children to let their imaginations run wild and invent the wackiest noises. Perfect for a rainy day at home or a fun afternoon with their friends.

Favorite image 

It’s almost impossible to pick a favorite picture. But if we had to, it would probably be the picture of a child licking a lemon. You can literally feel the sourness buzzing on your tongu, the scene’s so perfectly illustrated. This picture is guaranteed to make the little ones laugh out loud! What sound would you use to describe the picture?

Sour lemon picture

Kids will like

Children love “Buzz! Boom! Bang!” because it actively involves them in the story. They don’t only get to listen, but also get to make funny sounds. This encourages creativity and is guaranteed to be a lot of fun – whether alone or with the whole family.

Adults will like

“Buzz! Boom! Bang!” brings a breath of fresh air to a children’s book collection. Not only is it entertaining, it is also a wonderful tool for playfully encouraging children’s creativity and ability to express themselves. What’s more, who can resist making a slurping sound when trying to imitate someone eating spaghetti with gusto?

Another plus: with its colorful illustrations, this beautiful book is a real eye-catcher on the bookshelf!

More recommendations from our collection

If you like “Buzz! Boom! Bang!” and are looking for more creative and colorful books, we have something for you: Our personalized picture dictionary “My 100 words” is a real treat! Whether monolingual or bilingual – it offers children a playful way to expand their vocabulary. You decide whether you’d like to combine languages or whether you’d prefer just one. The charmingly illustrated pages show words from everyday life that immediately invite you to discover and learn. A perfect introduction to the exciting world of languages.

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