physiology

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The heart

our circulatory system
1996
Describes the heart, blood, and other parts of the body's circulatory system and explains how each component functions.

Girl talk

2011
"Discusses body changes that happen to girls during puberty, such as acne, periods, cramps, body hair, mood swings, and more, and gives suggestions to teen girls for taking care of their health"--Provided by publisher.

Boy talk

2011
"Discusses body changes that happen to boys during puberty, such as acne, body hair, body odor, mood swings, crushes, and more, and gives suggestions to teen boys for taking care of their hygiene and keeping good relationships"--Provided by publisher.

American Medical Association girl's guide to becoming a teen

2006
Presents a guide to puberty for girls, providing information on its physical and emotional changes, including a discussion of nutrition and exercise, hygiene, the reproductive system, the period, relationships, and more.

American Medical Association boy's guide to becoming a teen

2006
Offers adolescent boys advice on how they can prepare for the emotional and physical changes they will experience during puberty.

Ready, set, grow!

a "what's happening to my body?" book for younger girls
2003
Presents detailed, illustrated information for young girls on puberty, discussing breast growth, pubic hair, the genital organs, menstruation, acne, body odor, weight gain, and body image, Includes questions girls frequently ask.

The circulatory story

2010
An illustrated exploration of the circulatory system that follows a red blood cell through the body, describing each part and its function.

Outside and inside trees

1993
Text and color photographs discuss various parts of trees and their functions, including the bark, sapwood tubes, roots, and leaves.

Dogs

1998
Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of dogs, pointing out ways in which they differ from people.

Animal senses

1998
Discusses how different animals use their senses to find food, attract a mate, detect danger, bond with their young, and more.

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