My First Body Book
My First Series
What’s inside...
Why does my tummy rumble? What happens to the food I eat? What does my brain look like? The answer to these and many other intriguing questions can be found in this fun and instructive book for young children. Packed with fascinating facts and stimulating games My First Body Book is the perfect introduction to the incredible things that bodies can do. In My First Body Book each body system is introduced by a paragraph that explains its basic functions. Interactive games and activities then give a practical demonstration of how the different body parts work. You can help children to make their own discoveries by encouraging them to relate the information in this book to their own bodies. The see-through pages have been designed so that children can look right inside a body and see where each part belongs. The labels will help children to identify and learn the names of different body parts.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-6
Length
28 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What is your favorite part of your body and why?
How do you think your muscles help you move?
Can you name two things your brain helps you do?
Why is it important to eat healthy foods and drink water?
What do you feel when you touch something hot or cold?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use simple language that matches your child's developmental stage to explain complex ideas about the body.
Encourage hands-on activities like drawing parts of the body they learn about to reinforce understanding.
Relate concepts from the book to the child's daily experiences, like comparing their running speed to how their leg muscles work.
Show genuine interest in their observations and answers to foster an open dialogue.
Guide them in recognizing the importance of taking care of their bodies through simple daily habits.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding body parts and their functions
Explanation: 'My First Body Book' introduces children to various parts of the body and explains their functions in a simple, engaging way.
Real-World Application: Children can identify their own body parts and understand their basic functions, fostering self-awareness and curiosity about human anatomy.
Example Lesson: Importance of health and hygiene
Explanation: The book covers topics like why brushing teeth and washing hands are essential, linking them to the health of body parts.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to adopt healthy habits like brushing their teeth and washing hands regularly.
Example Lesson: Physical activity for growth
Explanation: It highlights how activities like running and jumping are good for muscular and skeletal development.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of staying active, which can motivate them to participate in physical activities at home or school.
Example Lesson: Eating a balanced diet
Explanation: Through colorful illustrations, the book teaches children how different foods can benefit different parts of the body.
Real-World Application: This helps children make healthier food choices and understand why a varied diet is crucial.
Example Lesson: Respecting and understanding differences
Explanation: By showcasing diverse body types and abilities, the book promotes inclusivity and respect for others.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate diversity and to understand that every individual is unique and special in their own way.