care and hygiene

A wife and junior high school English teacher tells of her ten-year path toward becoming a pediatrician.

40th anniversary ed. Provides guidelines on child care, from diet to teething to bedtime.

Examines, in simple text and illustrations, the physical characteristics and function of skin and hair.

Provides hair care advice for girls, discussing different types of hair, and including instructions for a variety of hairstyles, and a look at all kinds of hair accessories.

Describes how pimples form, discusses the causes of acne, self-treatments, and when to see a doctor, and outlines strategies to limit or prevent acne.

A resource for teenagers that discusses various skin conditions that can appear due to hormonal changes during puberty, genetics, or injury or contagion, including acne, excessive sweating, psoriasis, scars, and more; and describes treatment and prevention options.

Describes the physical structure of hair and different hair types and discusses general hair care including advice on shampooing, using the proper tools, and choosing a hair style.

Provides basic information about teeth and tooth anatomy, looks at different types of teeth, explains why tooth decay occurs, and offers advice on how to care for teeth.