Children’s / Teenage general interest: Science: The human body

Book SynopsisAlex Frith has been writing Usborne books since 2005. His diverse output covers such titles as 'See inside Your Head', 'Stories of Thor' and 'Politics for Beginners'. He has spoken at multiple festivals about his book '100 Things to Know About Space'. Alex can be found in London.Trade ReviewFor me this book has been a great tool for talking about a subject that... children are required to face. It provides a safe way of dealing with what I know they need to know, without alarming them. * The Adoption Social *Look no further: the What's Happening to Me? books are nothing short of brilliant. * Times Educational Supplement *Look no further: the What's Happening to Me? books are nothing short of brilliant. They aim to help children aged nine and above understand bodily changes and they do this extremely well... Reading these books will help young people to become more self-assured and feel more comfortable talking about their concerns. Adolescent boys will find this book answers a lot of their questions and help them to worry less about the changes taking over their bodies. Reading these books will help young people to become more self-assured and feel more comfortable talking about their concerns. * Times Educational Supplement *

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewDK presents a readily accessible guide to fill in the blanks and help educate younger readers on the components, cells and organs that comprise us. Well-drawn 3D illustrations play a key role, reinforced by diagrams, infographics, tables and text to present a vast amount of information in a welcoming format. Recommended for budding scientists. * How it Works *My daughter is very interested in her body and bodily functions and this book help us answer all her questions... Each part of the body is warmly described in accurate details. It's definitely one of my daughter's favourite books -- Parent with child age 8 * Toppsta *This is an absolutely wonderful encyclopedia for older children. It is beautifully laid out with extremely engaging illustrations... I can see this book being a tremendous resource for my daughter over the coming years and one that we use on a regular basis -- Parent with child age 8 * Toppsta *An excellent educational book -- Parent with child age 7 * Toppsta *I shall be taking this book along with me to school to use... as I think it will be really helpful during biology classes. The human body is amazing. Always so many things to learn. Even my mum has enjoyed reading this book with me too -- Child age 11 * Toppsta *A spectacularly visual feast for the eyes and the mind! What an extraordinary book and probably the best book on the human body I have ever read -- Parent with child age 9 * Toppsta *Both my daughter and I found this book extremely fascinating and easy to read. The whole book is bright and engaging with lots of pictures and descriptions of how our body works -- Parent with child age 7 * Toppsta *

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Book SynopsisWelcome to the museum that is always open to explore...Step inside the pages of Anatomicum to enjoy the experience of a museum from the comfort of your own home. The 2019 offering from Welcome to the Museum guides readers through the human body, from the muscles we use to show emotion, to the delicate workings of the brain. With sumptuous artwork by Katy Wiedemann and expert text by professor Dr Jennifer Z Paxton, this beautiful book is a feast of anatomical knowledge.Trade ReviewPublished in association with The Wellcome Collection, this intimate guide to the human body, from the top of the skull to the tip of the toes, is illustrated with detailed anatomical drawings that show every muscle group and nerve. Expert descriptions are simple enough for young readers and will inspire budding doctors and scientists. * Daily Mail *This beautiful book explores the human body from underneath the skin as if it were a journey through a museum. Katy Wiedemann's delicately drawn diagrams accompanyJennifer Paxton's detailed anatomical information for a learning experience that is quite unlike any other. * Science Focus *Gone are the days of boring non-fiction books just full of facts. This is a beautifully illustrated, comprehensive book about the body which is a treat for the mind, as well as a visual delight. * The Teacher Bookworm *Children and parents will be absorbed by this remarkable book * Carousel *Anatomicum is the most incredible book, written by Dr Jennifer Z Paxton (University of Edinburgh), illustrated by Katy Wiedemann and printed by Big Picture Press.The book is set out as if you are walking around the inside of your body and exploring every part - much as you would when you enter a museum. You are taken on a tour chapter by chapter through the different parts of the anatomy, referring to each chapter as a 'Gallery'. As you progress through the book you discover about every system in the body, right down to how a human evolves from a single cell and what happens to us during puberty.Gallery is an apt name for each chapter because the descriptions are accompanied by the most incredible graphic and realistic illustrations I have ever seen. Each diagram is clearly labelled (including Latin names) to tell you exactly which part is which, with a key to concisely explain each part.The text is incredibly clear and easy to read and the descriptions are really easy to follow. The book is large, which ensures the diagrams are easy to look at and it is well spaced out, thus ensuring that an overload of information is not what you feel you're walking away with. Every subject matter is dealt with sympathetically and sensitively in a matter of fact way - thus ensuring that the journey you take through the book is one of awe and wonder about how amazing our bodies really are.This book is absolutely invaluable for anyone starting at secondary school - as my son has just done - and I wish that a book like this had been available when I was studying the anatomy at school. Not a stone has been left unturned when creating this book and I believe it is a must-have for every household. My children find it fascinating to flick through and concentrate on an organ or system at a time. They are particularly enamoured by the illustrations, which you'd be forgiven for confusing for photographs in places, they are so good. What an amazing Christmas gift! * Review Studio UK *

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Book SynopsisRead and find out about your five senses in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book.Sight, smell, taste, hearing, and touch—our five senses teach us about our world. Beloved author-illustrator Aliki’s simple, engaging text and colorful artwork show young readers how they use their senses to smell a rose or play with a puppy. This is a clear and appealing book for early elementary age kids, both at home and in the classroom.As Children''s Books and Their Creators put it: Aliki treats complex topics clearly and succinctly while providing lively pictures, with informative details and humorous elements often appearing in ''balloons.'' Aliki''s books continue to speak to today''s young readers.This is a Level 1 Let''s-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores introductory concepts perfect for children in the primary grades. The 100+ titles in this leading nonfiction series are: hands-on and visual acclaimed and trusted great for classrooms Top 10 reasons to love LRFOs: Entertain and educate at the same time Have appealing, child-centered topics Developmentally appropriate for emerging readers Focused; answering questions instead of using survey approach Employ engaging picture book quality illustrations Use simple charts and graphics to improve visual literacy skills Feature hands-on activities to engage young scientists Meet national science education standards Written/illustrated by award-winning authors/illustrators & vetted by an expert in the field Over 130 titles in print, meeting a wide range of kids'' scientific interests Books in this series support the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards. Let''s-Read-and-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series.Trade Review“The uncomplicated text uses simple words and repetition to make the concepts comprehensible to the youngest listeners, and the large, full-color illustrations add to the appeal.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

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Book SynopsisTake a look into the circle of life through the life cycles of the planet and everything on it!Everything begins and everything ends - but what happens in between? Find out in this stunning nature book. Learn about human life and development, processes in nature, how animals change over time, how the universe was formed, and so much more. This illustrated children''s book for Key Stage 2 learners ages 7-11 years includes:- More than 60 life cycles featured- Stunning photographs that capture key moments during a life cycle, such as penguin chicks huddling together to keep warm and the beauty of an orchid in full bloom- Bite-size facts and stats about every animal, plant, planet, and habitat featured- A great new angle on the world, the universe, and our place in itIf you''re looking for facts about the universe then this is the book for you! Based on key concepts found in the STEM learning curriculum, Life Cycles captures life on the planet through captivating illustrations and photography, amazing facts, and essay-to-read text. You''ll take a closer look at the life cycles of environments, and extinct animals like the dinosaurs, too! The life cycles in this reference book have been carefully chosen to give you an amazing overview of the universe, and how everything is linked. Discover a new life cycle every time you turn the page: how a river forms and changes over time, how a tree grows, see how coral reefs form. Follow the life cycles of weather - from the water cycle to ice ages, to give you a better idea of the climate change we find ourselves in now.From the single-celled amoeba, mountains, and volcanoes to continents, oceans, and the solar system - take a deeper look into life on earth and all its intricacies! If you enjoyed Life Cycles, why not look explore the world of water in Water Cycles: Everything form Start to Finish? Discover all the stages from rain to the formation of rivers, and the difference between fresh and saltwater and the part they play in the cycle of life on earth.

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Book SynopsisReaders will find out what happens to food and air and blood in our bodies; where our bones, muscles, veins, and nerves are; and how our brain works and controls what we do.

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Book SynopsisKatie Daynes (Author) Katie has been writing non-fiction children's books for almost half her life and loves questioning the world from a child's point of view. She's developed some of Usborne's bestselling series, including the See Inside books and Lift-the-flap Questions & Answers. When she's not writing, she likes drinking coffee, walking on the moors and playing competitive board games with her children.Trade ReviewIt would be impossible to praise this series too highly. * The Bookseller *A smart, fun, exciting, interactive introduction to what is arguably the most fascinating topic of scientific study, the human body. The flap panels encourage the reader to participate in the journey into the hidden wonders that our body has to offer, taking them deeper into the functionality and intricate detail of our tissues. With a perfect balance of scientific terminology and simplistic explanations of the various systems in our bodies, the young anatomist will find this book informative and stimulating. It’s a superb introduction to the human body! * Dr. Gemma Balmer *Two that my daughter (nearly five) adores and goes back to again and again are See Inside Your Body by Katie Daynes (£8.99) and The Flip-Flap Body Book (£7.99, both Usborne). The first is fairly detailed, and it covers eating, excreting, bones, muscles and the senses and has lift-up flaps. It’s really good for learning about food and what happens to it. You can read out the simpler bits and go into more details as she gets older. If you were to buy just one book for her that would be right for her now and last for a couple more years, this would be my recommendation. The Flip-Flap Body Book covers food and digestion, the sense and how babies are made in a very basic fashion (note: each of these topics is the subject of a separate book that goes into more detail and costs £4.99) but it’s very accessible and aimed at young children. * Annalisa Barbieri - The Guardian - Best chilren's books on the human body *This is a great book for introducing children to the inner workings of the human body. It is especially good for children with why and how questions about what happens in their bodies. The lift flaps are excellent at keeping the books and content interactive and entertaining. * Toppsta Reader Review *An entertaining book... Parents will learn a thing or two along the way, as well. * Sunday Express *Table of Contents1 Your amazing body2 Eating and excreting3 Breathing air4 Pumping blood5 Bones and muscles6 Brain power7 The senses8 Drinking and weeing9 Body words

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Book SynopsisIt's 1839 and you are a medical student working on your first human body dissection! Under the watchful eye of Dr Walker, peel the flaps back to reveal the inner workings of the human body, from bone and muscle, to the brain, eyes, heart, lungs and everything in-between. Victorian-inspired illustrations meet with medical notes and sketches to give a complete in-depth exploration of how the human body works.Word count including flaps: approx 5,000Trade ReviewIdeal for the scientifically minded or the faintly morbid.This anatomy guide boasts up-to-the-minute information with a victorian twist; set in the 1839, it casts the reader as a medical student embarkng on their first dissection. Loving coloured mutilayed flaps and pop-ups give a brilliant sense of the human form's complexity. * The Guardian *a Victorian-style guide by Richard Walker to the workings of our bodies with finely detailed pictures by Rachel Caldwell. Good and gruesome. * The Evening Standard *We've been oooh-ing and aah-ing over this insanely complex pop-up book - it lets you peer right inside the human body without using a scalpel! Peel back flaps and remove the illustrated organs to reveal the inner workings of our bodies. The intricate paper engineering and clear descriptions transport you to an operating theatre in Victorian Britain, giving an incredible insight into what's inside of us. * National Geographic Kids *A cracking pop-up book with a twist. Not just a visual spectacle, this book hand-holds the reader through a victorian-era dissection under the careful instruction of Dr Walker, who guides and comments on every lift-up flap and 3D vital organ. the characterisation and storyline really add to the expereince, and this book is bound to appeal to children aged 9-12 who are interested in science, history and medicine. * School Reading List *The human body is often described as a miracle of nature... and now you can see the mysteries of its inner workings literally spring to life in this remarkable, interactive pop-up guide to anatomy. The human body is complex, amazing, gruesome, but mostly extraordinary. It moves, senses, thinks and grows, whilst also being capable of reproducing, repairing and defending itself. Although we are familiar with the outside appearance of the body, much of what it does goes on unseen inside us, every second of the day. This fascinating book aims to explain these processes and, in turn, to help youngsters (and their parents!) understand them by looking in detail at the structure and workings of the body from the head downwards. By combining incredible paper engineering with Victorian-inspired illustrations by debut artist Rachel Caldwell and medical notes written by human body expert Richard Walker, The Human Body provides a compelling and in-depth exploration of how the body works. It's 1839 in Victorian Britain and you are a medical student working on your first human body dissection in an operating theatre! Under the watchful eye of Dr Walker, peel back the flaps and remove the organs to reveal the inner workings of the human body layer by layer, from bone and muscle, to the brain, eyes, heart, lungs and everything in between. Your apprenticeship begins here!Lift the flaps, look inside the intricately detailed pop-ups and then peruse the glossary at the end which lists everything you have seen, from the arteries and capillary blood vessels to nerves, neurons, muscles, the spinal cord and cell tissues. Caldwell's scientific artwork is breathtaking while Walker's medical notes are eminently accessible with plenty of interesting facts and flashes of humour to keep young readers entertained. The perfect gift for budding scientists and doctors... and all curious kids! -- Pam Norfolk * Lancashire Evening Post *Our first Picture Book of the Week this week is a serious "WOW!" book, and a thoroughly absorbing guide to what's under your skin...Imagine being a Victorian medical student, charged with finding out more about the human body. Back then the only option was to find yourself a fresh cadaver (by legal means, naturally, none of that Burke and Hare nonsense!) and start peeling back the skin to see what lay underneath. Thankfully this is 2019 and we don't have to resort to such methods to learn a lot more about our fascinating bodies.In "The Human Body: A Pop-Up Guide to Anatomy" by Richard Walker and Rachel Caldwell, you can do the same from the comfort of your own armchair with some of the most astonishing paper engineering we've seen in a body book.Each illustration takes its cues from classic anatomy books of the 19th century, but in full colour - with layer after layer of rather gruesome but endlessly fascinating anatomy to find out more about, starting with the head!Each page delicately reveals layer after layer of detail, and descriptive text to explain what you're looking at - and how it all works.From the head the book moves down to the chest, again fully revealing your muscles, skeleton and vital organs tucked inside. It's absolutely astonishingly detailed, and so utterly clever we couldn't fail to fall completely in love with it.Definitely more suitable for older kids but thoroughly fascinating and extremely cleverly done. * Read it Daddy *Lastly, it would not be right to explore humans and humanity without one in-depth look inside the body. This comprehensive, somewhat gruesome, guide to the human body invites the reader to venture on a real post-mortem examination, cleverly using paper engineering so that the reader can look beneath body parts - my favourite section definitely the abdomen, in which you can open up the body to see the kidneys and small intestine from different angles.The illustrations feel old-school, traditional, multi-layered in their detail (each is highly captioned to show which body part is which), and also with instruments pencil-sketched too, so that the scalpel and tweezers lie happily next to the body. The book explains the different systems of the body - circulatory, respiratory etc, with keen observation and elucidation. Sentences are short and sweet, keeping it simple without numerous subclauses interrupting the information, and it feels matter-of-fact and clear.You can lift the blood spatter to see it under a microscope, or open the heart to see how it works. Each tooth has been extracted so that they can be labelled, and the thorax can be opened in many layers to explore the ribs, lungs and heart. There's even opportunity to remove the skin from the upper arm and shoulder to see the muscles underneath. This is a thoroughly enjoyable way to be educated on the human body and how it works, and a beautifully stylised well-thought-out book. * Minerva Reads *

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Book SynopsisWelcome to Anatomicum. This museum is open all hours. It will take you on an incredible journey right around the human body, from the intricate workings of the brain to the tiny muscles used to show emotion. Have you ever wondered how each life starts with just one cell, or how many blood cells there are in your body? Then this is the book for you. Anatomicum Junior is a reduced age range follow-on from the original Anatomicum. The text is carefully simplified to make it appealing to younger readers, while retaining the dynamic style and fascinating information of the original.

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Book SynopsisWhy do children look like their parents? Why are some people blond and others brunette, and where do we get our eye colour from? This book explains genetic theory, what genes are, why DNA plays an important role and what all these insights have to do with a curious monk. An exciting journey through the history of science, present-day genetic research and engineering and right through to the question of identity - because who would have thought how much of our personality is defined by our genes and how interesting genes can be?Trade ReviewTaking us through the history of science, explaining genes, DNA, and genetic engineering to young curious minds. I found this a fascinating read and all of the information was broken down in a way that made it fun and easy to understand. This book will definitely help answer any questions children have about their own identity. -- Rebecca Evans at The Old Hall Bookshop * Gardners Booksellers Circle *

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Book SynopsisDANGEROUS DISEASES coughs up the disgusting details of the sicknessesthat mankind has suffered from. Find out which brave nurse drankdiarrhoea, which scientist used eyeballs as food for bacteriaand why deadly cholera makes your skin turn blue. Redesigned ina bold, funky new look for the next generation of HORRIBLE SCIENCEfans.

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Book SynopsisIn this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Rosalind Franklin, the scientist who was crucial to the discovery of the double helix in DNA. Little Rosalind was born in London to a Jewish family who valued education and public service, and as she grew up her huge intellectual abilities were drawn into the study of science. Having studied physics and chemistry at Cambridge University, Rosalind moved to Paris to perfect her life’s work in X-ray crystallography. She then moved back to King’s College London, where she would work on finding the structure of DNA with Maurice Wilkins. It was Rosalind’s “photo 51” that was used by Wilkins to create the first ever double helix DNA model with Francis Crick, although he did not credit for her work due to a falling out between the two, and her work went unacknowledged until after h

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Book SynopsisUsing the incredible Anatomicum as inspiration, this activity book is bursting with fascinating facts and puzzles, perfect for budding artists and science enthusiasts. Activities include amazing mazes, mix-and-match brain-teasers, colouring, drawing and much, much more. With pull-out pages, readers can easily tear out their creative masterpieces to proudly display.

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Book SynopsisHORRIBLE SCIENCE: BLOOD, BONES AND BODY BITS is bone-chilling bookof bodies to make kids squeal! Find out what happens when a boilbursts. See what lives in your eyelashes. Gulp at the workingsof your disgusting digestion. Redesigned in a bold, funky new look for the next generation of HORRIBLESCIENCE fans.

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Book SynopsisThis fun-filled activity book will teach you all about the human body complete with activities, puzzles and more!Have you ever been dying to know exactly how your body works, but somehow nobody''s ever had the answers to your fascinating questions? Well, this might be the book for you!Learn the answers to a handful of human body related questions, such as: How many bones are inside my body? Why do we need blood vessels? Or even why do I like the taste of broccoli but my friend doesn''t? Plus so many more intriguing questions that you hadn''t even thought of are revealed in this fascinating book!Jam-packed with fascinating facts, fun challenges, quizzes and puzzles, The Fact Packed Activity Book: Human Body is sure to keep kids entertained time and time again. Dive deep into the pages of this incredible activity book to explore: -48 colourful, interactive spreads with simple, age-appropriate text supports lower KS2 curricul

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Book SynopsisA mind-blowing book of lists all about the human body, from historyâs weirdest eyebrow fashions to the top five foods that make you fart â and everything in between!

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Book SynopsisHow well do you know your body? How many muscles do you use to give your friends a big smile? And how many sense organs are there? The book includes: Beautifully colourful illustrations 10 spectacular pop-ups Informative and attractive 3D pages Page after page, discover all this interesting information and many more with 10 fantastic pop-ups. Find out more about your body, how it works and the science behind functions including digestion, breathing, muscles and much more!

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Book SynopsisThis visually extraordinary book presents the history of medicine as it has never been seen before... perfect for readers aged 9+.From potions and ointments to modern day bionics, the journey through medicine has been one full of experiments, trials and breakthroughs. Humankind's battle to stay alive has been horrifying, bizarre and exhilarating, and there is still a long way to go. Uniquely presented through a series of posters, comic-strip retellings, timelines, newspaper articles and much more, this strikingly illustrated book charts the history of medicine in engaging and unusual ways - guaranteed to keep children gripped. With expert text written by pharmacy historian, Briony Hudson and stunning graphic artwork by Nick Taylor.Trade ReviewFrom potions and ointments to space age bionics, plagues to prosthetics, and from ancient mummies to modern MRI scans, this visually extraordinary book presents the history of medicine as it has never been seen before.With an expert text written by museum curator, pharmacy historian and lecturer, Briony Hudson, and the stunning graphic artwork of Nottingham-based Nick Taylor, Medicine: A Magnificently Illustrated History takes youngsters on a fascinating journey of discovery.The history of medicine is the history of everybody - and every body - both past and present, and the evolution of medicine has been one full of experiments, trials and breakthroughs. Humankind's battle to stay alive has also been horrifying, bizarre and exhilarating, and there is still a long way to go.Find out how ancient texts and artefacts help us understand medicine today as we join a mind-boggling and eye-opening exploration of fascinating beliefs, intriguing remedies and scientific discoveries as well as learning about some of medical history's strange accidents and quirky experiments.So who was Hippocrates, how did rural doctor Edward Jenner from Gloucestershire make the breakthrough in mass vaccination, and how was the life-saving antibiotic penicillin invented by scientist Dr Alexander Fleming at a London hospital?Uniquely presented through a series of posters, comic-strip retelling, timelines, newspaper articles and much more, Hudson's accessible and engaging facts and Taylor's extraordinarily offbeat and vintage-style illustrations are guaranteed to keep children gripped from first page to last. -- Pam Norfolk * Lancaster Guardian *

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Book SynopsisChange the way you see the world, with a groundbreaking visual approach to the wonders of our planet, in this fully updated edition.Explore the universe, from the inside of an atom to black holes, then discover the explosive science behind a fireworks display. This fully updated third edition of Knowledge Encyclopedia will continue to fascinate young readers with its microscopic detail and amazing facts on a huge range of topics. Children aged 9+ will find themselves totally absorbed in complex subjects, made clear through engaging explanations, intricate illustrations, vivid photographs, and striking 3D images. From Viking raiders and Samurai warriors to robotics and chemical reactions, amazing animals, the human body, the marvels of history, and more are visualised in incredible detail, inside and out, providing a mind-blowing introduction to every aspect of human knowledge.This all-encompassing encyclopedia for kids offers: - A whole collection of facts, charts, timelines, and illustrations that cover a vast range of topics.- Complex subjects that are explained using amazingly detailed CGIs that entice young readers to dive in and explore.- A fully updated edition, including all the latest developments in science, technology, space and geography.- A visual approach using illustrations, photographs and extremely detailed 3D CGI images.Children can explore the world as they''ve never seen it before, looking at what makes the human brain so special and finding out how the body''s cells make energy. Journey through history in this visual encyclopedia, from the earliest life forms right up to our world today. More in the SeriesKnowledge Encyclopedia: The World as You''ve Never Seen it Before is part of DK''s visual and informative Knowledge Encyclopedia series. Complete the collection and dive into the deep with Knowledge Encyclopedia Ocean!, take a trip to the solar system with Knowledge Encyclopedia Space! and travel back to prehistoric times with Knowledge Encyclopedia Dinosaur!

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Book SynopsisImagine being able to hear for the first time, or see in full-colour, or take your first steps on Earth. This incredible book celebrates the remarkable achievements made in medical engineering, and offers a glimpse of what the future might hold for humanity.Pioneering technological breakthroughs have truly changed lives. For some people, particularly those with disabilities, recent advances have crossed the realms of the purely imaginable, and reached a place of possibility. People with paraplegia can walk again, those who are hearing impaired can listen to even the faintest sounds, and some people with missing limbs can create beautiful works of art.This phenomenal book is a celebration of all that has been achieved so far, and a look at what might be possible in the near future. Is it inevitable that technology will surpass biology?From cochlear implants and pacemakers, to bionic arms and legs, this empowering book also features spotlights on pioneers including Paralympians Richard Whitehead and Blake Leeper, and the world's first 'cyborg' Neil Harbisson.Trade ReviewA stunning book about the progression of bionics which focuses on everything from intricate bionic hands to neural implants, and has been lavishly illustrated in eyecatching style by Samuel Rodriguez. * Pam Norfolk, Lancashire Evening Post *This is a remarkable book! It clearly informs the reader about the history of prostheses, the scientific engineering around implants, and future possibilities in the world of bionics. * Books For Keeps *This eye-opening history of bionics (implants and prosthetic limbs), with computerised illustrations, demonstrates how medical engineering has already given people abilities they never had, and is changing human potential. -- Nicolette Jones * Sunday Times, as part of Best Children's Books of 2023 round-up *concise, accessible and upbeat. * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisThe human body is an amazing machine! Take a look inside and learn all about how it works with this fantastic layered die-cut board book. Packed with fun facts and accessible information, this super simple first introduction to our bodies is perfect for the very youngest of children.

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Book SynopsisWhat's inside a nut? What's inside a pod? What's inside you and me? The clear photos in this book will show children what's inside all sorts of things, from a pea inside a peapod to the skeletons inside us.Red A/ Band 2A books offer predictable texts with famliar objects and actions, combined with simple story development or information development.Text type A simple information book.Pages 14 and 15 provide an opportunity for children to recap and discuss the text.This book has been levelled for Reading RecoveryThis book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

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Book SynopsisBill longs for someone to talk to. Then one day the door to his room opens anda giant bottom comes in! Legs, arms, chest follow as bit by bit, Bill''s new giant friend appears. When his friend''s last bit finally arrives and he is in one piece, they have plenty to talk about!Blue/Band 4 books offer longer, repeated patterns with sequential events and integrated literary and natural language.Text type A traditional story.A flow chart on pages 14 and 15 shows the different body parts that make up Bill''s new friend, giving children the opportunity to recap and retell the story.Curriculum links Science: ourselves, parts of the body.Talk, Talk, Talk is one of three Collins Big Cat books by Martin Waddell.This book has been levelled for Reading Recovery.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

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Book SynopsisWhat is a muscle? How do they work? Why are they so important? Find out the answers to all of these questions in this information book, filled with detailed illustrations and photographs.Collins Big Cat Progress builds confidence, helping struggling pupils not only to read, but to love readingDual-banded books provide age-appropriate interest level material matched with a lower reading ability levelEvery book is levelled by reading expert Cliff Moon to ensure precise, systematic, measurable progression to help close the ability gapThe books use a range of reading strategies: phonic, graphic, syntactic and contextual to build confident, accurate, fluent readersDesigned to build speaking and listening skills, as well as reading skills, the books are highly visual and include incredible illustrations and photographsEvery book has a Key Stage 2 look-and-feel to engage older pupils and avoid stigmatisationTopics are relevant for children in years 3-6 and connected to the curriculum and fram

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Book SynopsisWe know we all need to eat, but why do we need to and where does it go? Filled with photos and clear diagrams, follow the food you eat on its journey through your body and find out what happens to it along the way.Purple/Band 8 books offer developing readers literary language, with some challenging vocabulary.Text type: An information book.Pages 22 and 23 present a full body diagram, allowing children to recap the full journey our food takes.Curriculum links: Science: Ourselves; Health and Growth.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

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Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelYour brain controls everything you do from your movement to your senses and even your thoughts and decisions. Complete with detailed diagrams, discover how this important part of your body works, and how you can look after it.Emerald/Band 15 books provide a widening range of genres including science fiction and biography, prompting more ways to respond to texts.Text type: An information book.Curriculum links: Science.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.A fascinating history of humankind. Discover how we evolved from ape-like beings to the modern humans we are today.Pearl/Band 18 books offer fluent readers a complex, substantial text with challenging themes to facilitate sustained comprehension, bridging the gap between a reading programme and longer chapter books.Text type: An information bookCurriculum links: History and ScienceIdeas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.Human evolution is such a fast moving and exciting subject, with new finds changing our ideas and understanding of our ancestors. As Wendy and Michael couldn't find a book on

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Book Synopsis A straight-forward, sensible, reassuring guide to sex and growing up, revised with the most up-to-date information.​

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Book SynopsisThis high-quality Spanish-language edition of Aliki''s popular My Five Senses can be enjoyed by fluent Spanish speakers as well as those learning the language, whether at home or in a classroom. La vista y el olfato, el gusto, el oído y el tacto—nuestros sentidos nos enseñan a conocer el mundo que nos rodea. ¡Descubre cómo usas tus cinco sentidos!This is a Level 1 Let''s-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores introductory concepts perfect for children in the primary grades. The 100+ titles in this leading nonfiction series are: hands-on and visual acclaimed and trusted great for classrooms Top 10 reasons to love LRFOs: Entertain and educate at the same time Have appealing, child-centered topics Developmentally appropriate for emerging readers Focused; answering questions instead of using survey approach

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Book SynopsisShortlisted for the Royal Society Young People''s Book Prize 2019Meet the bacteria, viruses, and other germs and microbes that are all around, but too small for us to see, in this children''s science book by bestselling author and science comedian Steve Mould.What do a squid that glows, fungus that grows, and tiny creatures in the soil under your toes all have in common? Find out in this dynamic and engaging book all about bacteria, viruses, and other germs and microbes. The Bacteria Book perfectly walks the line between ew, gross! and oh, cool!, exploring why we need bacteria and introducing readers to its microbial mates: viruses, fungi, algae, archaea, and protozoa. The Bacteria Book is a fun and informative introduction to a STEAM subject that brings kids up-close to the big world of tiny science. With remarkable photography, kooky character illustrations, and lots of fun facts, this book uses real-life examples of microbiologyTrade ReviewLook at the cover: even kids who hate science will want to pick this up! Penned by Steve Mould (talk about being born to write this book), DK's usual methods to astonish remain. From glowing squids and all the ways you can catch the common cold to superpowered bacteria and micro animals, each topic is lovingly presented, with Mould's commentary a welcome counterpart to the lavish on-page presentations. * How It Works *This is a really interesting and well written book full of amazing facts and fabulous illustrations... I learned so much from this book and it's led to talking points with the kids -- Parent with child age 6 * Toppsta *The book takes a 'Horrible Histories' approach to making facts compelling... This book is a real hit for children old enough and curious enough to learn more about bacteria in a fun and accessible way -- Parent with child age 10 * Toppsta *This is a lovely colourful and easy to understand book... I think this is a book they will keep picking up! -- Parent with child age 6 * Toppsta *I read this book with my 6 year old son and he was instantly absorbed in the book -- Parent with child age 6 * Toppsta *It was a good quality book... I'd recommend this book to any children who are interested in science -- Parent with child age 5 * Toppsta *It is an engaging, fun and informative book. My 6 year old was engaged straight away -- Parent with child age 6 * Toppsta *Definitely a book which will be used over and over again -- Parent with child age 10 * Toppsta *Brilliantly written, very easy to understand -- Parent with children ages 7 and 10 * Toppsta *Table of Contents 1: Introduction 2: What is a microbe? 3: Meet the microbes 4: Seeing is believing 5: All about cells 6: What are bacteria? 7: Growing and dividing 8: Where in the world? 9: Can a squid glow? 10: In your body 11: The bad guys 12: Your body’s defences 13: The story of antibiotics 14: Bacteria with superpowers 15: Bacteria put to work 16: What is a virus? 17: Catching a cold 18: Fighting a virus 19: Deadly tricks 20: Plant viruses 21: What are fungi? 22: Mega mould 23: Growing and spreading 24: Micro chefs Zombie ants! 25: What are algae? 26: Growing green 27: What are protozoa? 28: What are archaea? 29: Micro animals 30: Timeline of microbiology 31: Glossary 32: Index 33: Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisAuthor Dr Liam Drew's first book was I, Mammal: The Story of What Makes us Mammals (Bloomsbury, 2017). A former neurobiologist, he has also written for Nature, New Scientist, and The Guardian. He also contributed to DK's How the Brain Works (2020).

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Book SynopsisPenguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers'' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.This book is about viruses and was written during the Covid-19 pandemic. Learn about bacteria and viruses - from the common cold to smallpox, polio, Ebola and the Zika virus. Then meet some of the scientists who discovered ways to prevent these diseases, and those who are working with viruses today.

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Book SynopsisFrom the creator of the world''s first Vagina Museum, discover your go-to guide to the vulva.The Vulva. For thousands of years, our vulvas and vaginas have been considered mysterious, taboo and shameful. In fact, 50%* of us, don''t even know where the vagina actually is.In this uplifting, informative, witty and empowering guide, we''ll explore:- How to label a vulva- The power of periods and the many myths around them- How vulvas have inspired art, folklore and music throughout history and across the world- How to cut through the noise of the feminine hygiene industry- How to feel empowered to call a vulva a vulva!Packed with fascinating contributions from leading activists and experts, V will help every reader discover their own BIG V ENERGY*2021

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Book SynopsisBring the Quiz Time fun to family game nights and classroom learning with over 400 trivia questions about the human body!What is your body's largest organ? What connects the eye to the brain? What is the longest bone in your body?Find out the answers to these questions (and many more) in this exciting human biology quiz book, packed with questions and facts about the incredible human body. Based on the award-winning digital learning platform Kahoot! which has surpassed 10 billion user sessions in over 200 countries Kahoot! Quiz Time Human Body is perfect for fun times with family and friends, and educational settings alike. Fun facts and exciting trivia await! LOADED WITH 400+ QUIZ QUESTIONS: 250 trivia questions in the book, with 15 exclusive bonus quizzes (150 questions) available online for each topic that let you test your knowledge or compete with friends! BOOK + ONLINE EXPERIENCE

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Book SynopsisA celebration of the amazing human machine and a life on the move!Your amazing body can jump, sprint, twist, and twirl. Your body is built to move.Lizzy Rockwell explains how your bones and muscles, heart and lungs, nerves and brain all work together to keep you on the go. Kids walk and skate and tumble through these pages with such exuberance that even sprouting couch potatoes will want to get up and bounce around—and that’s the ultimate goal. Studies show that American kids are becoming more sedentary and more overweight and that they carry these tendencies with them into adolescence and adulthood. Experts agree that we need to help kids make physical activity a life-long habit. Through education, information, and encouragement, this book aims to inspire a new generation of busy bodies!

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Book SynopsisBased on the research that race, gender, consent, and body positivity should be discussed with toddlers on up, this read-aloud board book series offers adults the opportunity to begin important conversations with young children in an informed, safe, and supported way.Developed by experts in the fields of early childhood and activism against injustice, this topic-driven board book offers clear, concrete language and beautiful imagery that young children can grasp and adults can leverage for further discussion. While young children are avid observers and questioners of their world, adults often shut down or postpone conversations on complicated topics because it''s hard to know where to begin. Research shows that talking about issues like race and gender from the age of two not only helps children understand what they see, but also increases self-awareness, self-esteem, and allows them to recognize and confront things that are unfair, like discrimination and prejudTrade Review“This primer on gender lays the groundwork for affirming conversations and creates opportunities for self-identification.” – Kirkus (STARRED REVIEW)KIRKUS BEST BOOK (2021)"A sunny, straightforward book guiding children through what gender is, how it can fluctuate, and how it’s used throughout social structures. This book is an excellent way to generate conversation!" –School Library Journal Wisconsin State Recommended Book

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Book SynopsisFrom the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Louis Pasteur, the French chemist and the father of modern medicine.   Little Louis was born in France during a time when doctors were still trying to figure out what made people sick. During his teen years, he discovered a love for science and became famous for figuring out how to kill off damaging microbes. Through his curiosity and creativity (and lots of trial and error), his research led to the development of vaccinations, a vital tool in today's world.    This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the iconic chemist's life. ​Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding p

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Book SynopsisDiscover everything about how brains work from emotions to actions, reactions and the functioning of the body, in this expansive and inclusive guide.Brains are fascinating! Why can't you tickle yourself? Why do adults like foods they hated as children? How do some sneaky creatures have the ability to take over the brains of other species? Answer all these questions and more whilst celebrating the power of your unique brain in You & Your Amazing Brain.  You will discover: What the different parts of the brain are and how they work How memories, speech and sleep work How the human brain develops from birth to adulthood How your brain changes when you become a teenager, and how to understand these changes How the brains of other creatures match up to ours And most of all how every brain works in its own special way Table of Contents Introduction SECTION 1: THE NAKED BRAIN Brain In A Box Lobes Of Difference Nerve Superhighway Mind Messengers Making Sense Out Of Sight Smart Safari SECTION 2: MIND MECHANICS Brain Bonkers Brainy Building Blocks My, How You’ve Grown! The Teenage Brain Your Demanding Friend The Great Memory Game Thanks For The Memories Memory Masters Sleep On It SECTION 3: I’M WITH STUPID! Guessing Games Making Assumptions Having A Think Mind Your Language Intelligence Problem-Solving Getting Creative It’s Been Emotional Managing Emotions Pleasure And Risk Fear, Stress and Phobias Fight Or Flight! Error Codes Brain Games Conclusion Author’s Note Find Out More Answers to Brain Games Glossary Index

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Book SynopsisWhat makes us human? Ireland's favourite scientist is here to tell you!What do you have in common with the 7.75 billion other people on the planet? This is the question that Professor Luke O'Neill attempts to answer in this exciting new book for young readers, adapted from his bestselling book for adults, Humanology: A Scientist's Guide to our Amazing Existence.Starting with the origin of life and how we as a species evolved on the plains of Africa some 200,000 years ago, Professor Luke explores what makes us interesting as a species, why we sleep, laugh and enjoy music, and our efforts to stop disease. He also ponders whether we will create superhumans, how and why we age, if we can escape death and whether our eventual extinction is inevitable.With Luke's trademark infectious enthusiasm and plenty of laughs along the way What Makes Us Human is the perfect book for curious minds.

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Book SynopsisNever Mind the B#ll*cks, Here's the Science is Professor Luke O'Neill's biggest runaway bestseller in which he grapples with life''s biggest questions and tells us what science has to say about them. Now adapted for children, Show Me the Scienceasks the same questions do we have control over our lives? can we escape working in terrible jobs? why do we need vaccinations? are men's and women''s brains different? will we destroy the planet? and encourages children to apply a scientific mindset in attempting to answer them.Covering topics from global pandemics to artificial intelligence, this is a celebration of science and all the brilliant answers it can offer us for a budding generation of professors!

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Book SynopsisFlying with your arms...Sneezing with your nose...There are so many interesting ways to move your body!Learn about the different movements we can do in this vibrantly illustrated board book, with simple and fun text, from one of Australia''s leading designer-illustrators, Beci Orpin.Trade ReviewThere are children of all colours and genders, which makes Moving your body a very inclusive board book that is ideal to share with the very young, and its sturdy board format will allow for lots of use by little hands. * ReadPlus *

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