Books in Science of the Human Body series

What is your digestive system? What happens once your food reaches the large intestine? Find out everything from how long your small intestine is to which part of your body stores the goodness from food in this picture-packed introduction to the human body. Supporting notes for parents and teachers at the back of the book are included to encourage further discussion.

The perfect guide for preparing scouts, explorers, and budding survival experts for any eventuality while adventuring in the great outdoorsFull of inspiring true life survival stories, this helpful guide teaches top tips for surviving out in the wilderness—or even in the backyard. Taking inspiration from the experts, it covers a multitude of survival techniques both historical and cultural, from how the SAS approach survival during wartime to how the Bedouin survive with barely any water in the intense desert heat. So switch off that computer game, step outside, and use this invaluable guide to learn how to plot a map, make a weatherproof shelter, navigate using the stars, leave tracking signals for others to follow, bake high-energy survival snacks, and more!

The digestive system takes the food we put into our mouths and breaks it down into the most elemental parts. Our bodies use these nutrients to fuel life processes. The digestive system also eliminates waste products from our bodies. Readers will view this system through illustrative diagrams. They will also learn about nutrition and the importance of maintaining a healthy digestive system.