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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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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 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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The Amazing Circulatory System: How Does My Heart Work?
John Burstein
Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, Jan. 31, 2009)Describes the circulatory system, including how the heart functions, why blood is an important part of the body, and what could cause problems within blood vessels.
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The Exciting Endocrine System: How Do My Glands Work?
John Burstein
Library Binding (Crabtree Publishing Company, Jan. 1, 2009)This title explains the powerful effects of the pineal, pituitary, thyroid, and adrenal glands. The roles of the hypothalamus and pancreas will also be explored along with the function of hormones. There are sections on glandular problems, scientific discoveries, and amazing facts.
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The Remarkable Respiratory System: How Do My Lungs Work?
John Burstein
Library Binding (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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The Astounding Nervous System: How Does My Brain Work?
John Burstein
Library Binding (Crabtree Publishing Company, Jan. 1, 2009)Join our brain Body Buddy Cognos and learn all about how the brain and nervous system get things done. Young readers will discover the location of the major parts of the brain and gain understanding of their various functions. The process that enables nerves to transmit signals to and from the brain is explained in detail. There are also sections on mental illness, scientific discoveries, and amazing facts.
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The Incredible Digestive System: How Does My Stomach Work?
John Burstein
Library Binding (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 Mighty Muscular and Skeletal System: How Do My Bones and Muscles Work?
John Burstein
Library Binding (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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