Operation Ouch!: The HuManual
Operation Ouch! Series
What’s inside...
Take a tour of one of the most complex, diverse and downright unusual places on the entire planet - the human body! Discover what makes YOU tick, from the wonders of the human brain to the tingling in your ticklish toes. Explore crazy bodily functions and bizarre real-life medical cases in this ultimate guide to understanding yourself from the inside out. Operation Ouch! is a BAFTA-winning CBBC series created by the makers of Embarrassing Bodies and 10 Years Younger, presented by real-life doctors and twin brothers, Chris and Xand van Tulleken.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
176 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you learn about how your body works from reading this book?
Which experiment or fact in the book amazed you the most and why?
How do the doctors in the book help people, and what do you think about their jobs?
Can you think of any cool science experiments you’d like to try from the book?
How does learning about the body in this book help us take better care of ourselves?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the information in the book to their own body experiences, such as when they're sick or healing from a scrape.
Discuss the importance of doctors and medical science with your child, and explore what interests them about these topics.
Consider conducting a simple, safe experiment from the book together, making the session interactive and fun, reinforcing the learning through hands-on activity.
Ask your child to draw or describe their favorite part of the book, which can help them express what they’ve learned creatively.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding the human body
Explanation: The book provides in-depth insights and facts about how different parts of the human body function.
Real-World Application: Children can use this knowledge to appreciate their bodies, understand why health is important, and develop habits that promote well-being.
Example Lesson: The importance of personal hygiene
Explanation: Through explanations and visuals, the book encourages good hygiene practices.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these practices such as washing hands, brushing teeth, and bathing regularly to stay healthy and prevent illnesses.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and learning
Explanation: The book is presented in a fun and engaging way that sparks curiosity about science and medicine.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to ask questions and seek out knowledge actively, fostering a lifelong love for learning.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: By learning how the body works and how different people might experience health issues, children can develop a deeper empathy for others.
Real-World Application: This understanding can lead children to be more compassionate and supportive peers.