
The Human Body: Get Under the Skin with Science Activities for Kids
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“One of the potential problems of teaching the human body for this age group is the snickers that teachers often have to contend with. This book completely eliminates that. . . Although originally I believed this book wouldn’t interest me very much, as the workings of the human body isn’t something I normally think of, once I opened it, there was an amazing amount of information packed into this fairly small book. It is readable, very informative, and a must for anyone wishing to learn the workings of ourselves.”
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"This book takes readers on an interactive tour of the human body, with eight chapters covering main elements of the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, musculoskeletal, integumentary, nervous, reproductive, and immune systems. The book has a conversational tone and is filled with illustrations, photographs, charts, and comic strips to keep readers engaged with the content. Every chapter is supplemented with do-it-yourself projects using household items to demonstrate the structure and function of body parts like the lungs or hands. Sidebars provide fun facts or explanations such as how fingerprints work or the effects of a concussion, and “essential questions” throughout the book encourage critical thinking and discussion. Readers with smartphones or tablets can also use QR (quick response) codes to access additional material such as websites, interviews, and videos. Teachers of life science, health or human anatomy will find this book to be a thorough and fun resource. It is also well suited to students in virtual or homeschool environments, who will appreciate the interactive elements and ideas for experiments they can perform independently. Recommended"
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"Reilly blends human body facts with activities to create a useful and appealing STEM book. Starting with the cardiovascular system and going through reproduction, genetics, diseases, and immunity, eight chapters offer information and projects that aim to please. Projects include making your own edible cell, making your own joints, and making your own inheritance model. The interesting tasks are easily accomplished with readily available materials. Sporadic, three-paneled cartoons, while pedestrian, add clarity to the easy-to-read text. An extensive glossary, index, and list of resources are appended. The title offers many illustrations, and videos are linked through QR codes. VERDICT A first purchase for public and school libraries. Fine activities for home and classroom that will grab the attention of budding scientists"
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This is no dry textbook approach. Instead readers will enjoy the nice balance of text, drawings and photos. The explanations of each area of the body were the clearest descriptions I’ve ever come across and perfect for the target audience. If you have a QR app on your phone, extend your understanding with videos and articles from the web. . . Get a head start this summer on this science-based book for kids. You’ll be ahead of your peers when school starts up again in the Fall.” Read the complete review online.
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“The workings of the human body are expertly summarized in 11 tidy chapters, which include experiments that explain how the body works. The scientific explanations are superb. A great addition to any collection.” School Library Journal
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Did you know that your brain has up to 100 billion nerve cells? Wow! What else is going on in your body?
In The Human Body: Get Under the Skin with Science Activities for Kids, middle schoolers learn about the different bodily systems that keep people breathing, moving, thinking, and staying healthy! Kids get a good look at all the action that's going on right inside their own bodies, from understanding just how that apple turns into energy to how the "leftovers" make their exit.
By studying the circulatory system, the digestive system, muscles, bones, the brain, senses, reproduction system, and more, kids gain a deep understanding of why they can do the things they do and even learn about what they can do to take care of their bodies so they live long and healthy lives. Through science-minded STEM activities, readers see exactly how smoke affects the lungs, how the heart really acts as a liquid pump, and how the different joints are structured and serve different purposes.
The Human Body includes critical thinking exercises and essential questions related to anatomy. Fun facts, links to online primary sources and other supplemental material, plus graphic novel illustrations and photography encourage readers to take a deep dive under their skin!
Try these hands-on anatomy projects!
- Try playing with muscle memory
- Grow your own indoor sensory garden
- Conduct your own decalcifying bone experiment
Hardcover, $22.95 9781619307988 |
Paperback, $17.95 9781619308015 |
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Timeline
Introduction
Take a Look!
Chapter 1
The Cardiovascular System
Chapter 2
Respiratory System
Chapter 3
Digestive System
Chapter 4
Muscles and Bones
Chapter 5
Skin
Chapter 6
The Brain and Senses
Chapter 7
Reproduction and Genetics
Chapter 8
Diseases and Immunity
Glossary
Metric Conversions
Resources
Essential Questions
Index