health and hygiene

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Doing harm

the truth about how bad medicine and lazy science leave women dismissed, misdiagnosed, and sick
2018
Discusses sexism in the medical community, focusing on how women are neglected and medical symptoms of women are often not believed or overlooked.

Good to go

what the athlete in all of us can learn from the strange science of recovery
2019
"An eye-opening exploration of how the human body can best recover and adapt to sports and fitness training"--Amazon.

Welcome to your period!

2021
Provides information about menstruation, answering questions girls often have about their periods, discussing what cramps feel like, whether you can feel blood coming out, what you should do if your pad leaks onto your clothes, and more.

The self-love revolution

radical body positivity for girls of color
2020
A self-help guide to body positivity, discussing mainstream beliefs about beauty, diet culture, countering negative body image, and more.

Behind the scenes baseball

Discusses what's it like to be a baseball player, from youth leagues to the minors to Major League Baseball, and how athletes prepare for games and participate in special events off the field.

Behind the scenes football

Provides an insider's look at how football players prepare for competition as well as the special events players participate in when they are not on the field.

Oh, the things you can do that are good for you!

The Cat in the Hat leads two children on an adventure that teaches them how to take care of themselves through exercise, good hygiene, plenty of sleep, and a healthy diet.
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The deepest well

healing the long-term effects of childhood adversity
Explores the relationship between adverse childhood experiences and adult health problems, drawing on scientific insights and personal stories to outline beneficial health interventions"--OCLC.
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Wash your hands!

When the little princess hears about the germs and nasties living all around her, she understands the importance of washing her hands a lot.
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My amazing body

a first look at health and fitness
Presents a general introduction to health and fitness for young readers, discussing the importance of good nutrition, exercise, hygiene, and rest.
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