bones

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.

"What keeps you standing tall? Your bones! But they do more than just stop you from flopping on the floor. Your bones make up the frame of your body and support you. They protect your other organs and team up with muscles and joints to help you move. And while they're doing all this, they are living and growing, too! Explore what's inside you with fun text, bright pictures, and lively illustrations"--.

"Explores the basics of the human skeletal system and features numerous diagrams to help readers grasp potentially difficult topics"--Provided by publisher.

"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"--Provided by publisher.

"Whose bones? A scattering of tiny bones, spread across a vivid background, seem to offer no clues. But turn the page and the bones have elegantly come together, revealing the form of a snake or a lion, a crocodile or an elephant, a flamingo or even a whale"--Provided by publisher.