body fluids

"Breathing is essential for life. It brings oxygen (a gas in the air) into our lungs. We need oxygen to keep our brains and bodies working properly. Without it--without breathing--we would die very quickly! This ... guide to breathing explores the process of breathing and how disgusting substances like mucus and snot have unexpected uses."--Publisher.

"Led by Dr. Ick and her sidekick, Sam the dog, kids will learn many fascinating facts about ooey, gooey, disgusting slime--with some of the slimiest creatures, slimy things in the human body, and more! Did you know that the hagfish can produce a bucketful of slime in just minutes? And do you know what ear wax is actually made of? This book includes a fun, kid-friendly recipe for making their own slime!"--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and illustrations introduce young readers to the gross and amazing ways the body makes boogers and snot.

Discusses many of the disgusting things connected with the human body such as rashes, bumps and bruises, blood, guts, and more.

The human body is pretty gross when it gets sick. The nose gets stuffed up, and some people go through boxes of tissues trying to get it clear. But what is all that stuff in the ears, nose, and throat anyway? It s phlegm! This sometimes gross and always fascinating book explores why our bodies make spit and phlegm through colorful photographs and insightful explanations of bodily functions. Readers will discover the science behind the gross studying why we need saliva to eat and phlegm to protect ourselves from bacteria and illness.

"Earwax and boogers come from different places, but they're equally gross. This book explores why the body makes these icky, sticky substances and what it means when you find more than usual hanging around your ears and nose. Whether it means someone is getting sick or they just haven't taken a bath in a few days, this book explores good hygiene while also explaining the scientific reasons behind these important body processes"--Provided by the publisher.

Instructions for a variety of simple experiments that illustrate some of the more "disgusting" aspects of human physiology. Also includes related activities and experiments.

Photographs and simple text introduce young readers to gross things about the human body such as scabs and sores, sweat, and normal bodily functions.

Provides facts about some of the grosser aspects of the human body, discussing head lice, dandruff, mucus, bad breath, vomit, and similar topics.