"Joy. Anger. Sadness. These are all emotions you've experienced at one time or another. Think these emotions come from your heart? Think again! Learn . . . facts about the limbic system and its brain structures that are thought to be the center for our emotions. From universal emotions to learned emotions, find out why we can't live without them"--Back cover.
Your body is a busy place. There's always something happening. From digestion to respiration, discover how the systems in your body work together to keep you strong. This title supports NGSS From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes.
"The human body is made up of many systems. These include the respiratory, circulatory, nervous, excretory, endocrine, and digestive systems. Each system has a job to do. Find out how these systems work as a team to keep you moving"--Back cover.
"Muscles give you shape. They keep your heart beating and your digestive system going. They keep you moving, whether you're shooting hoops or shoveling the sidewalk. Get to know some of the muscles you depend on. Find out how they work, and what you can do to keep them healthy and strong"--Back cover.
"Did you know the brain is the most complex organ in your body? Learn how and why scientists study the brain and how the brain affects behavior"--Publisher.
"Joy. Anger. Sadness. These are all emotions you've experienced at one time or another. Think these emotions come from your heart? Think again! Learn . . . facts about the limbic system and its brain structures that are thought to be the center for our emotions. From universal emotions to learned emotions, find out why we can't live without them"--Back cover.
Discusses the function and structure of cells, the interrelatedness of various organs, the types of tissues, such as muscle and bone, and how to keep healthy and maintain energy, and includes a glossary and color illustrations.
Discusses the function and composition of bones, muscles, cartilage, joints, and tendons, describing how they work and fit together and how exercise benefits the body, and includes a glossary and color illustrations.
Discusses human bodily functions, covering the digestive system, the absorption of food, what happens to food waste, and ways to keep the intestinal tract healthy, and includes a glossary and color illustrations.
