digestive organs

Introduces vomiting, discussing the causes and actions involved in the reflex.

Readers of this book follow along as a friendly "body builder" shows them how the stomach works and what they can do to keep it healthy.

In graphic novel format, looks at the digestive system and describes how food is transformed into nutrients.

"Everybody eats, and everybody poops. Pretty ordinary stuff, right? But what happens in between is far from ordinary! That's where your digestive system--also known as your gut--works its magic. It Takes Guts is an excellent, science-based resource for classroom learning and home-schooling for kids age 9 to 13, with information about: The surprising role that food and digestion play in your mood and immune system. The amazing tools your body uses to break down food including acids, which do their thing without burning a hole in your stomach! The incredible truth that not all bacteria is bad! Billions of 'helpful bacteria' belong in your gut. And so much more. Dr. Jennifer Gardy also takes stomach-turning detours to investigate the science behind burps, barfs, and farts, proving that learning about the wonderful world of your gut--takes guts!"--From the publisher's web site.

"With closeup pictures and lots of disgusting facts, learn all about the gross science behind your body's digestive system." --.

This book explains a variety of digestive system diseases and the profound impact they can have on the daily lives of people who cope with them.

"From the mouth and esophagus to the small and large intestine, readers take a journey through the human body via the digestive tract, and learn about processes the digestive system does without us even knowing"--Provided by publisher.

Explains the processes by which a hamburger and other foods are used to make energy, strong bones, and solid muscles as they pass through the digestive system.

Examines the alimentary canal and the digestive system, answering such questions as, can constipation kill a person, why the stomach doesn't digest itself, how much can be eaten before the stomach bursts, and more.

In graphic novel format, follows the adventures of Max Axiom as he explains the science behind the human digestive system.