Explores the human body through illustrations and photographs, examining how bodies are organized, the role DNA plays in the body, how the brain and nervous system control movements, why people have dreams and memories, and how humans sense the world.
Discusses various features, characteristics and functions of the human body, covering organs, muscles, skin, and more, with answers to various questions, illustrations, and fun facts.
Contains answers to commonly asked questions about the human body, providing information about physical appearance, the workings of different body systems, reproduction, and other topics.
The human body is a bit like its own universe: each limb, organ, and body system is a remarkable world to explore. Everything functions in sync to make the body the most amazing and complex machine we know of. Fascinating facts about the body are clearly explained in this accessible and appealing narrative, which mirrors the pages of a comic book. Essential concepts are highlighted in inviting boxes and detailed diagrams. Young scientists can assess their comprehension of curricular concepts through quiz questions featured throughout.
"Bill Bryson . . . guides us through the human body--how it functions, its remarkable ability to heal itself, and . . . the ways it can fail"--Provided by publisher.
"Without muscles we would not be able to move. Muscles keep our digestive system working too, and our heart is a large muscle that works all the time. This book looks at how muscles, tendons and nerves all work together to help us move every part of our body"--Provided by publisher.
