Body in Action (Franklin Watts)
2 total works
A new series on the human body explored from the basis of familiar, everyday events. "The Body in Action" books look at how the body works as a whole integrated system. Throughout there is a strong emphasis on health education. "Running a Race" examines physical activity and how it affects the workings of the body. Information on health and fitness is included.
This book forms part of a series that provides an original approach to the workings of the human body for younger readers. Each book deals with a familiar event and describes how our bodies function. The photographs focus on the external story and the artwork reveals what happens inside. Integrated with the text are projects for the children to do and fascinating facts. "Catching A Cold describes what goes on in the reader's nose, throat, immune and lymph systems and gland s as a common cold comes on. Advice is given on staying healthy and building up resistance to diseases.