Books in Healthy Habits series

Puberty is the time in life when a young person starts to become sexually mature. This “survival guide” describes the physical and emotional changes that boys and girls go through during puberty, the biological reasons for these changes, and the brand-new health and hygiene issues they will face as they grow. Tweens and teens are given solid information about what changes in the body are normal and expected, as well as how to identify health issues that might be a problem. A sense of competence and confidence about handling personal hygiene, and a sense of responsibility for protecting their own health and well-being, will be instilled in readers. Content fulfills National Health Education Standards.

Staying safe is a healthy habit. Wear a Helmet!: Healthy Safety Habits will teach readers all about how to be safe. Wear a helmet riding a bike, wait for the walk signal when crossing the street, use an oven mitt when helping parents bake are some of the ways to keep safe. Simple sentences and charming photos engage young children. A comprehensive and critical thinking quiz will make learning fun and effective. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Keeping your body clean is a healthy habit. Take a Bath!: Healthy Body Habits will teach readers all about how keeping clean prevents germs and helps them feel good. Taking a bath, washing hands, brushing hair, doing laundry are some ways to keep clean. Simple sentences and charming photos engage young children. A comprehensive and critical thinking quiz will make learning fun and effective. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Everyone experiences threats to the immune system on a daily basis. The challenge we face is keeping the immune system healthy throughout our lifetime. This thorough, friendly narrative presents immune system basics and explains infections and how the body fights them. Students receive straightforward advice for creating a strong immune system through maintaining a balanced diet, getting proper sleep and exercise, dealing with stress constructively, and avoiding unhealthy habits. Helpful sidebars are also included to support the text.