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The Exciting Endocrine System: How Do My Glands Work?
John Burstein
Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, Jan. 1, 2009)Explores the workings of the endocrine system in the human body.
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The Amazing Circulatory System: How Does My Heart Work?
John Burstein
Paperback (Crabtree Publishing Company, Jan. 1, 2009)Here, children will learn how the amazing heart muscle works. They will discover how blood vessels transport life-giving oxygen to the cells and carry away carbon dioxide.
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Keeping Track Of Time: Go Fly A Kite!
John Burstein
Paperback (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, July 1, 2003)The four monsters learn how to measure time when they share a kite one windy day and want to take turns of the same length.
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The Mighty Muscular-Skeletal System: How Do My Bones and Muscles Work?
John Burstein
Paperback (Crabtree Publishing Company, Jan. 1, 2009)Struts and Flex, our muscle and bone Body Buddies give the inside scoop on this active partnership. Readers are introduced to the structure and function of bones and muscles. They will discover how different joints enable different kinds of movement and how muscles must work in teams. There are sections on developing muscle strength and flexibility, bone and muscle diseases, and amazing facts.
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The Astounding Nervous System: How Does My Brain Work?
John Burstein
Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, Jan. 1, 2009)Explains how the brain and nervous system function.
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The Dynamic Digestive System: How Does My Stomach Work?
John Burstein
Paperback (Crabtree Publishing Company, Jan. 1, 2009)Here, readers will learn about their esophagus, stomach, liver, and small and large intestine. They will also discover how important their teeth are in the process of digestion.
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The Remarkable Respiratory System: How Do My Lungs Work?
John Burstein
Paperback (Crabtree Publishing Company, Jan. 1, 2009)Huff & Puff, our Body Buddy lung twins explain how the lungs and respiratory system function. Readers are introduced to the bronchial tree. They discover how the diaphragm and intercostals muscles help the lungs fill and empty. There are sections on the dangers of smoking, good health practices, respiratory illnesses, and amazing facts.
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Why Are You Picking on Me?: Dealing With Bullies
John Burstein
Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, Aug. 1, 2009)Teaches the nature of bullying, and suggests techniques for avoiding and overcoming bullies, including telling adults, keeping with friends, and confronting the situation.
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Slim Goodbody, the Inside Story
John Burstein
Hardcover (McGraw-Hill, April 1, 1977)Photographs providing interior views of Slim Goodbody's body are combined with verses relating remarkable facts about the functioning of the body and tips on maintaining health
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Estimating: How Many Gollywomples?
John Burstein
Paperback (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, July 1, 2003)The four math monsters show how to estimate as they help Aunt Two Lips figure out how many gollywomples are on her 100 trees.
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Calculating Area: Space Rocket!
John Burstein
Library Binding (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, Feb. 1, 2004)The four math monsters show how to calculate area as they help Mina figure out how many tiles they need to make their new rocket launch pad safe.
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I Said No!: Refusal Skills
John Burstein
Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, Aug. 1, 2009)Learning to say "no" to cigarettes, drugs, and other dangers is one of the most important tools a child can have. In this new book by Slim Goodbody, children are taught to understand when and why they need to say "no," and how to refuse and still keep their friends.
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