cardiovascular system

Readers conduct experiments to discover more about the circulatory system and how it works.

Did you know that the heart is the main organ in the circulatory system? It pumps blood through the body.

As Ms. Frizzle leads the way, the class takes a journey through Arnold's digestive system, an excursion through Ralphie's bloodstream, and an exploration through the Ralphie Robot to learn about bones, joints and muscles.

"What is that thing pumping in your chest to help you run, dance, play, and live your life? Thump-thump, thump-thump. It's your heart! With every beat, your heart pumps blood through your body to help you keep going. It sends out oxygen and takes out the trash. And that's just the beginning! Explore what's inside you with . . . text, . . . pictures, and . . . illustrations"--Provided by publisher.

"The blood that flows through your body constantly brings food and oxygen to your muscles, organs, and bones and carries away waste. And it is all powered by that magnificent muscle, your heart. Did you know that your heart beats about 100,000 times a day? Or that the blood in your body travels a total of 12,000 miles daily? That's more than four times the width of the United States from coast to coast! Learn all this and more in [this book]"--Provided by publisher.

This book is a fantastic introduction to the incredible ways that our body keeps us alive. The respiratory, circulatory, and immune systems are explained through hilarious, colorful illustrations and an engaging question-and-answer format, designed to appeal to even the most reluctant readers. Packed with plenty of giggle-worthy gross bits, it's a fun and accessible young guide to an important subject.

"How does your blood move through your body? Why do you need blood to live? Find out in this fascinating book about the Circulatory System. Question prompts included to assist reader comprehension"--Provided by publisher.

"Your heart is a very busy machine! It beats all the time to ensure that all the other parts of your body get the blood and nutrients they need to function properly. Detailed diagrams help readers visualize the heart's structure and basic function. The book also discusses the role of the circulatory system, diseases of the heart, and more"--Provided by publisher.

"The body needs oxygen to survive. This title explores how the heart and blood vessels carry oxygen through the body"--Provided by publisher.

The human body can be weird. What's the purpose of snot? How does skin regenerate? In this book, readers will explore the science behind how the human body works. This high-interest series is written at a low readability to aid struggling readers. Educational sidebars include a science activity, a spotlight biography, fast facts, and an unsolved mystery! A table of contents, glossary of keywords, index, and author biography are included.