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Books in Human Body series

  • Using Hearing Aids

    Harriet Brundle

    Paperback (Kidhaven Publishing, Jan. 15, 2019)
    Many people are born with or develop hearing problems, which leads them to wear hearing aids. Readers learn about how these devices help those with hearing problems through accessible text and fact boxes that focus on science, technology, and guidance. The sensitive tone promotes self-acceptance for those who wear hearing aids, provides answers for those who may need them, and fosters a sense of empathy among readers who may know people with hearing problems. The imaginative illustrations, including colorful characters, make this an educational and entertaining learning experience for young readers.
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  • Wearing Glasses

    Harriet Brundle

    Paperback (Kidhaven Publishing, Jan. 15, 2019)
    Discusses the experience of wearing glasses and what is involved in eye examinations.
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  • Muscles: Our Muscular System

    Seymour Simon

    Hardcover (Collins, Aug. 17, 1998)
    Don't move a muscle--read all about them! Did you know that... Without muscles you couldn't blink--or even breathe!Nearly 700 muscles control your life.Big or small, a muscle is made up of just one cell.Exercise doesn't give you more muscles, but it strengthens the ones you have.Discover how muscles make us move--and see what it really looks like under your skin.Award winning author Seymour Simon continues his fantastic journey through the human body with this stunning new addition. In MUSCLES, youngsters will learn about the different kinds of muscles within the body, from those they control to the ones that work without their even knowing it. Blending spectacular full-color photographs and clear, concise text, MUSCLES offers an intriguing look at human body.
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  • Bones: Our Skeletal System

    Seymour Simon

    Hardcover (Collins, Aug. 17, 1998)
    Award winning author Seymour Simon continues his fantastic journey through the human body with this stunning new addition. In Bones, youngsters will discover the amazing facts about the two hundred and six bones that make up their skeletons, ranging from the smallest, most intricate bones in their feet and hands to the largest, strongest bones in their legs. Blending spectacular full-color photographs and clear, concise text, BONES offers an intriguing look at human body.
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  • Brain Surgery For Beginners

    Steve Parker

    Paperback (The Book House, March 15, 2010)
    In this mind-bogglingly hysterical and brain-meltingly informative book, the body's most vital muscle gets a thorough probing. A friendly blob of grey (or in this case, blue) matter, Brainy, guides you through the many functions of the human brain, from involuntary actions like breathing, to vast and complex mechanisms that govern emotions and the senses. It's all explained with detailed but informal introductions and captions, accompanied by simple, colourful and comical illustrations which will engage even the most reluctant.
  • Ears

    Robert James

    Library Binding (Rourke Pub Group, Aug. 1, 1995)
    Describes the anatomy of the human ear and includes information on ear problems, care of the ear, and the ears of some animals
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  • The Nervous System

    Andreu Llamas, Luis Rizo

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Sept. 1, 1998)
    Explains the structures and functions of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) and the peripheral nervous system including the autonomic systems.
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  • Eyes

    Robert James

    Library Binding (Rourke Pub Group, Aug. 1, 1995)
    Describes the anatomy of the human eye and includes information on eye problems, eye care, and the eyes of some animals.
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  • Feet

    Robert James

    Library Binding (Rourke Pub Group, Aug. 1, 1995)
    Describes the anatomy of the human foot and includes information on foot problems, foot care, and the feet of some animals
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  • Why Do X-Rays Show Your Bones?: Questions about Bones and the Skeleton

    Thomas Canavan

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Jan. 1, 2017)
    A body is like a building, and its bones are the framework! In this book, readers will explore all they ever wondered and more about human bones. Readers will discover how many bones are in a body, why bones grow, and what happens when a bone breaks. With helpful photographs to complement the text and thought-provoking fun fact boxes to fuel their curiosity, this book will advance readers knowledge of curricular topics while fostering their hunger to learn more.
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  • The Ear and Hearing

    Steve Parker

    Library Binding (Franklin Watts, Nov. 1, 1989)
    Clearly explains how sound waves travel and pass into the ear, the role of each part of the ear in hearing, and the relationship between the brain and hearing
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  • The Eye: The Physiology of Human Perception

    Kara Rogers

    Library Binding (Britannica Educational Pub, Aug. 15, 2010)
    Explores the parts of the eye and how they function, including information on diseases and illnesses.