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Brain, Nerves, and Senses
Steve Parker
Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, July 1, 2004)Describes how the nervous system, brain, and sensory organs work, and the diagnosis and treatment of the diseases and disorders which effect them.
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Understanding the Human Body - The Endocrine System
Elaine Wood and Pamela Walker
Hardcover (Lucent Books, Feb. 7, 2003)The Endocrine System, made up of a diverse group of small, inconspicuous glands, regulates many body functions and is essential in maintaining a constant internal environment. Through chemical messengers called hormones, the endocrine system controls growth hundreds of vital functions such as body temperature, the use of digested food, reproduction.
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Heart, Blood, and Lungs
Steve Parker
Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, July 1, 2004)Discusses the organs and function of the cardiopulmonary system, the vital functions of the lungs, and the medical diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary disorders.
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Understanding the Human Body - The Digestive System
Pam Walker & Elaine Wood
Library Binding (Lucent Books, Aug. 2, 2002)Beginning at the mouth and traveling through the food tube, the structures and functions of each part of the digestive system are described. Major digestive system diseases are presented, along with interesting curiosities. Current and future medical technology for preventing and treating digestive disorders are reviewed.
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Understanding the Human Body - The Immune System
Pam Walker & Elaine Wood
Library Binding (Lucent Books, Aug. 22, 2002)The immune system, which protects the body from invading microorganisms, and helps repair injuries, is composed of several lymphoid organs, sites where specialized immune cells are produced. This book describes the various lymphoid organs and explains the roles of each in defending the body. It also examines diseases and disorders that result when the immune system malfunctions, as well as current and future medical technologies involved in diagnosis and treatment of those illnesses.
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Understanding the Human Body - The Respiratory System
Pam Walker & Elaine Wood
Library Binding (Lucent Books, July 15, 2002)Every cell in the human body requires oxygen. The respiratory system operates around the clock to simultaneously provide oxygen to cells and dispose of cellular wastes. From the nose to the cells, the structures and functions of respiratory organs are described. Challenges, diseases, disorders, and medical treatments are considered.
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Understanding the Human Body - The Circulatory System
Pam Walker & Elaine Wood
Library Binding (Lucent Books, Nov. 22, 2002)The circulatory system, the human body's river of life, is made up of the heart, blood and blood vessels. By examining these components individually, students are given an in-depth look at how three different types of tissue work together to keep cells alive throughout the body. Some of the diseases and disorders of the circulatory system are described. Current and future medical technology for preventing and treating problems related to the circulatory system are presented as well.
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Understanding the Human Body - The Brain and Nervous System
Pam Walker & Elaine Wood
Library Binding (Lucent Books, Sept. 18, 2002)The nervous system enables different parts of the body to communicate with each other. It collects information from the environment and sends it to a central control station, the brain, where it is assessed. Appropriate responses are sent from the brain to various parts of the body, enabling it to carry out millions of functions.
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Understanding the Heart, Lungs, and Blood
Sarah Levete
Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, Jan. 15, 2010)The heart, the lungs, and their respective body systems control some of the most pivotal and life-sustaining processes. This book breathes new life into the workings of these important body systems and processes through detailed illustrations and eye-catching photographs.
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Skin, Muscles, and Bones
Steve Parker
Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, July 1, 2004)Explores the elements of the human body that give it its shape, from the microscopic scale to the complete skeleton, with comparisons to the animal world and text boxes presenting such facts as the number of bacteria on healthy skin.
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Understanding the Human Body - The Skeletal and Muscular System
Elaine Wood and Pamela Walker
Library Binding (Lucent Books, March 12, 2003)The 206 bones of the human skeleton form and shape the body, protect internal organs, produce blood, and store essential minerals. The intricate muscular system connecting the skeleton makes all movement possible. This title describes these vital structures and their interaction; examines the malfunction of bones and muscles caused by disease and injury; and considers current and future medical technologies that keep the systems functioning with man-made replacement parts.
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Understanding the Senses
Carol Ballard
Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, Jan. 15, 2010)There is so much in the world to see, hear, smell, feel, and taste. Thanks to the wonder of our senses we are able to receive and process helpful information about the world around us. Straightforward and concise information, supplemented by helpful photographs and illustrations, explains just how the senses work.
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