Books in My Body Does Strange Stuff! series

In this volume, readers learn the different reasons why we crywhether its dirt in the air or a really strong emotion. They also learn about the parts of the body that make crying possible. Vibrant photographs and illustrations help readers make sense of a potentially difficult science topic. Readers are sure to find this book both humorous and educational.

As people grow up, they become more active and often get involved in physical activities. This can make us sweat, and sweating can make us stink! In this book, readers will discover how exactly sweat can make us stinky. Straightforward images of age-appropriate kids, as well as a helpful graphic organizer, helps make a potentially difficult science topic accessible and fun.

There are many colorful terms for throwing up: puke, upchuck, spew, and lose your lunch, to name just a few. The words may sound funny, but anyone who has ever been sick will tell you theres nothing funny about throwing up! This "gross" topic will fascinate readers, teaching them the science behind vomit and what causes it. Appropriate, relatable photographs and helpful diagrams complement the scientific yet accessible text.

Sweating sure is gross, but everyone does it. Its a good thing too, because its our bodys way of cooling us down. Readers will discover the reasons why we sweat, and how the body works to produce it. The text presents scientific terms and concepts in an accessible, relatable manner, and colorful photographs and diagrams help readers actually enjoy learning about this important body process.

Why do people yawn? Is it because we need oxygen? Or do we yawn to cool off our brain? The answer is, scientists arent totally sure just yet, but they have many great theories. The vibrant photographs and diagrams in this book help demonstrate what happens in the body when we yawn. The scientific yet accessible text was designed to both interest and enlighten readers of all ages.

Having a cough that wont go away can be really annoying. Sometimes its a cold that makes you cough, and some people with allergies cough a lot! However, there are other reasons for coughing, too. Readers learn about the human body and what causes us to cough. The accessible text is paired with relatable photographs to help readers better understand the topic, and in turn, their bodies.

Ah-CHOO! Thats righteverybody sneezes, whether its because of smoke, a cold, allergies, or just too much pepper on your food. Through accessible text, readers learn the science behind sneezing, and what goes on inside their bodies when they sneeze. Also addressed is why it's so important to your health to cover your mouth when you sneeze. Vibrant photographs and diagrams help readers further understand the scientific yet relatable text.

Everybody knows how annoying hiccups can be. They interrupt us when were trying to talk, read, do homework, and even sleep! But what causes hiccups? Readers discover the answer to that question inside this book. They also learn some interesting ways to cure hiccups. Colorful photographs are paired with accessible text to help readers understand this relatable scientific topic.