Ballard, Carol

Presents an introduction to the digestive system, explaining what it is, how it works, and its function in the human body; looks at some of the illnesses and injuries that can affect the digestive system; and offers advice on how to keep it healthy.

Explains the various parts of the human skeleton and different types of muscles and their functions.

Shows readers how our respiratory system works.

Explains how cigarettes, alcohol, solvents, ecstasy, marijuana, heroin, and cocaine harm the body and explains how to get help for an addiction problem or help a friend.

Describes, in simple language, with photos and illustrations, the science of plant life from the rain forest, and describes their powerful medicinal value.

Describes the various parts of the brain and the nervous system and how they function to enable us to think, feel, move, and remember.

A basic introduction to how our bodies perceive taste and smell, exploring such topics as the taste buds, the detection of different tastes, the structure of the nose, and artificial tastes and smells.

Describes the bones, muscles, joints, and related nerves, tendons, ligaments, and other parts of the body that enable us to move.

A basic introduction to how our bodies see, exploring such topics as light and dark, color, and glasses.

Introduces the parts of the ear and explains how they help us hear sounds.