Circulatory System
The body needs oxygen to survive. This title explores how the heart and blood vessels carry oxygen through the body. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a…
Body Systems
This dynamic series invites readers to learn about six major body systems. Readers will discover how their body parts work together to play sports, read books, and taste their favorite foods. Engaging text pairs with easy-to-understand diagrams to explain each system's main components. System workings are described in a simple, step-by-step manner, and health topics including nutrition and fitness are highlighted. A bold, colorful design complements fun, kid-oriented photos and close-up medical photos for a striking variety throughout each book. Body Systems will leave readers with a deeper understanding of their own inner workings! Features include a table of contents, fun facts, diagrams, health tips, a glossary with phonetics, and an index. Buddy Books is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Group.
Titles
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Digestive System
The body needs nutrients to survive. This title explores how organs and other parts of the body break down food into nutrients the body can use. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful…
Endocrine System
The body makes hormones to control many different functions, such as growth and sleep. This title explores the different glands that make hormones and the variety of functions they control.…
Immune System
The body needs to defend itself from invaders such as viruses and bacteria. This title explores how cells in the body identify and attack these invaders to keep the body healthy. Easy-to-read
Muscular System
The body needs muscles in order to move. This title explores the different kinds of muscles and how they work. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear…
Nervous System
A central control system keeps every part of the body running. This title explores key parts of this control system, such as the brain and spinal cord, and how they help the body function.…
Respiratory System
People need to breathe to stay alive. This title explores how the lungs pull in air in order to send oxygen into the circulatory system. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back…
Skeletal System
Bones allow the body to hold its shape. This title explores what bones are made of and the many roles they have in the body. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give…