circulatory 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.

"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.

"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 circulatory system is essential for pumping blood throughout a person's body. Without it, humans wouldn't be able to live. This guide to a basic biology concept explores the main elements of the circulatory system, introduces key parts such as blood vessels and the heart, examines problems with this system, and offers a comprehensive review of one of the most complex parts of the human body. Complete with fact boxes and . . . sidebars, accessible language, discussion questions, and descriptive photographs and diagrams, this introduction will appeal to readers at a variety of levels"--Provided by publisher.

"Learn about Vivien Thomas and the clamp he invented to help stop bleeding in a very small space"--Provided by publisher.

The rhythm of every animal's heartbeat is different. From tiny meadow mice to tall giraffes to the octopus with three hearts, each animal's heart has its own beat, in tune with its body's needs.