skin

Describes the functions, characteristics, disorders, and care of skin and hair.

Describes the functions, characteristics, disorders, and care of skin, teeth, and hair.

An overview of skin cancer that discusses its causes, most common forms, symptoms, treatment options, and prevention.

"An introduction to the nervous system of the human body, and the senses and skin--one of six volumes in a set titled WORLD BOOK'S HUMAN BODY WORKS. Includes illustrations, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher.

Readers will get a close look at this body battle with comic illustrations and ground-breaking photomicrographs.

Profiles albino animals of several species, including gorilla, alligator, bat, and penguin, describing their unique features and the special challenges to survival they face, and includes information on human albinism. Also provides a glossary and a list of related Web sites.

Photographs, illustrations, and simple text introduce young readers to the importance of skin on a person's body.

Presents an introduction to taking care of skin, in simple text with illustrations, explaining how skin protects the body and what to do to keep it healthy.

A simple, scientifically accurate explanation on how people get their skin color for young children in English and Spanish.

Uses a question and answer format to explain how our skin feels; shivering, itching, and goose bumps; and other aspects of our sense of touch.