Body systems

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Circulatory system

2020
An introduction to the body's circulatory system.

Nervous system

2020
"Nervous System guides readers through the fascinating inner workings of the human body. The human body contains several complex systems that work closely together to support life and allow the body to function properly. Nervous System explores the characteristics and interactions of this system, its makeup, and its importance"--Provided by the publisher.

Respiratory system

2020
"Explores the characteristics and interactions of the respiratory system, it's makeup, and importance"--Provided by publisher.

The skeletal and muscular systems

how can I stand on my head?
An introduction to the skeletal and muscular systems that describes their functions and how they work.

The sensory system

why am I ticklish?
An introduction to sense and sensations that describes the five senses and explains how they work.

The respiratory system

why do I feel out of breath?
Provides answers to questions about the human respiratory system and how it works, discussing how and why people breathe, examining the different parts of the respiratory system, and explaining why people get out of breath.

The digestive system

what makes me burp?
An introductory guide to the digestive system, describing the function of related organs--including the stomach, intestines, and kidneys--and explains the path that food travels through the human body.

The circulatory system

why does my heart beat?
Photographs, diagrams, and simple text introduce young readers to the body's circulatory system and how the heart works.

Respiratory and circulatory systems

2004
Explores the respiratory and circulatory systems of the human body. Beginning with the respiratory system, the complex process of breathing is explored. Animated graphics depicts the passage of oxygen from the nose to the lungs where the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide occurs. Describes the functions of cardiovascular system, examining the function of the heart, blood, and blood vessels. Also discusses the importance of diet and exercise in maintaining the health of the respiratory and circulatory systems.

Birth and reproduction

1997
Describes the male and female reproduction systems, how babies are conceived and born, and how genes determine the individual characteristics of each person.

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