bones

Covers the evolution, structure and function of the human and animal skeletal systems.

Describes human muscles, including skeletal muscles and involuntary muscles, and how they work.

Explores the foundations of human biology: structure, genetics, and diseases.

Did you know that the bones of the skeletal system are incredibly strong? They are about five times stronger than steel.

Explains how bones work, why people need bones, how they grow and mend, and other related topics.

Explores the foundations of human biology: structure, genetics, and diseases.

A graceful tribute to the cycle of life reveals the secret language of skulls--and the traits and behaviors of the animals they once belonged to . . . By observing the characteristics of six different animal skulls, readers can learn about the lives once led by a lynx, a deer, a beaver, a hummingbird, a wolf, and an owl. . . . paired with sound scientific data and back matter resources, will ignite a child's native curiosity and encourage mindful observation of the wonders hidden in nature-and ourselves"--Publisher.

Text and illustrations look at different animal skulls including a bat, tiger, gorilla, and others.

"One day, down by the pond, Simon meets another dog just like him. And that dog has a bone just like his, only better! How will Simon ever get him to trade, when the other pup knows all the same tricks . . .?"--Provided by publisher.

"What kinds of bones do you have? Why do babies have more bones than adults? Find out in this . . . [book]. Question prompts included to assist reader comprehension"--Provided by publisher.