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Publisher
Rosen YA
Pub. Date
2019
Language
English
Description
"Readers will be fascinated by this vibrant, expansive book on the function of the human body and the interplay between its systems. They will learn how bones and muscles work together, how the senses function, how speech works, and so much more with the aid of full-color illustrations, diagrams, and infographics. From the basics of what makes up the human body to the complicated control center of the brain, this guide will engage readers and impart...
Author
Language
English
Description
"Bill Bryson, bestselling author of A Short History of Nearly Everything, takes us on a head-to-toe tour of the marvel that is the human body. As compulsively readable as it is comprehensive, this is Bryson at his very best, a must-read owner's manual for everybody. Bill Bryson once again proves himself to be an incomparable companion as he guides us through the human body--how it functions, its remarkable ability to heal itself, and (unfortunately)...
Author
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"We humans like to think of ourselves as highly evolved creatures. But if we are supposedly evolution's greatest creation, why do we have such bad knees? Why do we catch head colds so often--two hundred times more often than a dog? How come our wrists have so many useless bones? Why is the vast majority of our genetic code pointless? And are we really supposed to swallow and breathe through the same narrow tube? Surely there's been some kind of mistake....
Author
Language
English
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Description
Shedding new light on the essential tissue that moves us through life, an orthopedic surgeon takes us on a wide-ranging journey through anatomy, biology, history and health to unlock the mysteries of our muscles and explore major advancements in medicine and fitness.
Author
Publisher
Welbeck Editions
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"... provides a detailed look at the topic of the human body, covering of the body's major systems and organs, as well as looking at the cellular level and at the genetics that play a part in making us who we are."--Provided by publisher.
Author
Language
English
Description
For fans of Bill Bryson and Mary Roach, this entertaining exploration of human evolution reveals where we inherited our adaptable, achy, brilliant bodies.
"From blurry vision to crooked teeth, ACLs that tear at alarming rates and spines that seem to spend a lifetime falling apart, it's a curious thing that human beings have beaten the odds as a species. After all, we're the only survivors on our branch of the tree of life. The flaws in our makeup...
7) Anatomy 101
Author
Publisher
Adams Media Corp
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
"An all-in-one guide to the human body!Anatomy 101 offers an exciting look into the inner workings of the human body. Too often, textbooks turn the fascinating systems, processes, and figures of anatomy into tedious discourse that even Leonardo Da Vinci would reject. This easy-to-read guide cuts out the boring details, and instead, provides you with a compelling lesson in anatomy. Covering every aspect of anatomical development and physiology, each...
8) Cough
Author
Series
Publisher
Bearport Pub
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Sometimes when I'm sick, I feel a tickle in my throat. Then, suddenly--cough! Why does my body do that? Explore the silly body science of coughs. Learn how they happen, why coughs are healthy, and more. Lively text and bright layouts make this a perfect fit for budding scientists asking big body questions"--Provided by the publisher.
9) Blink
Author
Series
Publisher
Bearport Pub
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"I look around and my eyes do something, even when I don't realize it. They blink! Why does my body do that? Explore the silly body science of blinks. Learn why blinks happen, why they are healthy, and more. Lively text and bright layouts make this a perfect fit for budding scientists asking big body questions"--Provided by the publisher.
10) Burp
Author
Series
Publisher
Bearport Pub
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"After I eat a big meal, my tummy is so full it feels like it's going to explode. Buurrp! Why does my body do that? Explore the silly body science of burps. Learn how they happen, what can be done to stop burping, and more. Lively text and bright layouts make this a perfect fit for budding scientists asking big body questions"--Provided by the publisher.
12) Muscles
Author
Series
Publisher
KidHaven Pub
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"There are three different kinds of muscles that all help our bodies function. They are the skeletal muscles, smooth muscles, and cardiac muscles. Within this fun and fact-filled volume, readers learn about each kind of muscle, how it works, and where muscles are located in the body. The engaging narrative presents this essential science curriculum topic in an easy-to-understand and entertaining way as Dr. Seymour Skinless takes readers under the...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Snot might seem disgusting, but it's actually (s)not! In this delightfully gross yet informative look at boogers, readers learn that they are a very important defense mechanism for our bodies! Who knew? Boogers actually trap viruses and bacteria in their sticky web, so your snot is really a superhero! Young readers (and grown-ups!) will delight in this snarky look at the science of snot and ultimately be able to identify what mucus is and why we...
14) Human body
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
"Explore your incredible body, inside and out. From skeleton to skin, muscles to microscopic cells, discover how your body systems work together to keep you alive and well."--
Author
Series
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Based on their #1 kids podcast, Wow in the World, hosts Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz take readers on a hilarious, fact-filled, and highly illustrated journey through the human body--covering everything from our toes to our tongues to our brains and our lungs!"--Provided by publisher.
17) Power up
Author
Publisher
Greenwillow Books, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
"An exploration of the relationship between the human body and all the energy that it takes to make it go"--
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"A perfect STEM resource: This illustrated tour of our "leftover" body parts (like the appendix, or even goosebumps) introduces readers age 7-11 to the bizarre and fascinating science of evolution. Welcome to the weirdest museum you'll ever explore--the one inside your body. Did you know your amazing, incredible body is a walking, talking museum of evolution? In The Museum of Odd Body Leftovers, tour guides Wisdom Tooth and Disappearing Kidney lead...
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Did you know you made 3 million new blood cells while you read this sentence? Or that you shed and regrow a whole new layer of skin every 39 days? Or that your DNA could stretch to the Sun and back not once but 16 times? 1,000 Amazing Human Body Facts is full of bite-size, fascinating nuggets of information about the incredible abilities of human bodies."--
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