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Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"A body is like a building, and its bones are the framework! In this book, readers will explore all they ever wondered and more about human bones. Readers will discover how many bones are in a body, why bones grow, and what happens when a bone breaks"--Provided by publisher.
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Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Why do some people wear braces? How do braces work? Questions such as these are answered in this accessible text, which explains this common part of growing up in a creative way. It resonates with those who already wear braces and prepares those who may be nervous about having to wear braces. Illustrated characters, such as "Millie Molar" and "Bertie Bracket" are fun and friendly faces used to explain the basics of braces and encourage empathy toward...
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Series
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"Sight, hearing, taste, touch, smell. These five senses help people understand the world around them and raise some interesting questions. Can people live without their senses? Is there really such a thing as a sixth sense? This engaging book answers these questions and more"--Provided by publisher.
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Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Colorful illustrated characters serve as friendly guides in this exploration of what life is like for someone who uses a wheelchair. The age-appropriate text encourages readers to develop empathy for people with disabilities and people who have been injured and need the use of a wheelchair. The text also serves as an important resource for young people who use a wheelchair and want to understand more about how the device works. Educational fact boxes...
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Series
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Wearing glasses for the first time doesn't have to be scary. Readers learn what it's like to wear glasses and how it helps improve one's vision. The sensitive tone promotes acceptance and understanding of those who wear glasses, helping young readers become more empathetic toward their peers. It is also relatable for those who already wear glasses and is comforting to those preparing to receive their first pair of glasses. The illustrated characters,...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"Why don't women have beards? Why do we get chapped lips? This book about the workings of the human body will answer these questions and more! Readers will explore the splendidly strange ins and outs of why we have teeth, what eyebrows do, and how skin protects a body. Young readers will be inspired to expand their understanding of what makes a persons body look and function the way it does. Fact boxes and colorful photographs will attract readers...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"The human body is an amazing machine made up of many fascinating systems. This fun, fact-filled book features a series of questions and answers about how the human body works. Readers will learn what hormones do and how blood travels through the body. Colorful images and clear diagrams make it easy to understand these important biology and health concepts. A further information section provides additional resources for readers who are interested...
13) Endocrine system
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Series
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
"Discusses the parts that make up the human endocrine system, what can go wrong, how to treat those illnesses and diseases, and how to stay healthy"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"From learning about what an organ is, to how a body digests food, readers will discover the inner workings of the body in this book about organs and their functions. Readers will explore the brain, heart, and kidneys and examine their connections in the body's processes"--Provided by publisher.
17) Skin
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Series
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
"Discusses the parts that make up human skin, what can go wrong, how to treat those illnesses and diseases, and how to stay healthy"--Provided by publisher.
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