Body Buddies
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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.
This title is suitable for children of ages 8 to 9 years. Squirt may be a tiny gland, but young readers will learn just how important he is. 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.
Join our Body Buddy Ticker as he explores the workings of the heart and circulatory system. Children will learn how the amazing heart muscle works, and will discover how blood vessels transport life-giving oxygen to the cells and carry away carbon dioxide. Colorful layouts make learning about this complex topic easy and fun.
This title is suitable for the children of ages 8 to 9 years. 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.
This title is suitable for children of ages 8 to 9 years. Join Gurgle, our Body Buddy stomach and learn all about what happens to food after it is swallowed. Readers will learn about their oesophagus, stomach, liver, small and large intestine. They discover how important their teeth are in the process of digestion. There are sections on good nutrition, junk food, digestive problems, and amazing facts.
Join our brain Body Buddy Cognos and learn all about how the brain and nervous system work. Children will discover the location of the major parts of the brain and gain understanding of their various functions. Involved topics like nerve signals are explained in an entertaining and straightforward way for young readers.