First Encyclopedia of the Human Body

Description

A fact-packed, beautifully illustrated, all-round introduction to the human body and how it works. Full of extraordinary photographs, detailed diagrams, stunning scans, x-rays and microscope images of the human body. Engaging text and clear, simple explanations of all the main bodily functions. Includes amazing facts, a glossary of body words, a comprehensive index and internet links to recommended websites at Usborne Quicklinks.

Chapters in this book include:
– Inside your body
– Your brain and nerves
– Seeing
– Hearing
– Taste and smell
– Touch
– Skin
– Hair and nails
– Bones
– Joints
– Muscles
– Blood
– Your heart
– Breathing
– Your voice
– Teeth
– What happens to food?
– Water in your body
– Hormones
– Genes
– Babies
– Growing and changing
– Staying healthy
– Healthy eating
– Germs
– Seeing a doctor
– Looking inside
– Going to a hospital
– Body words