Stuff You Should Know About the Human Body
Stuff You Should Know Series
What’s inside...
In this engaging and informative book, readers are introduced to the human body through large, colorful diagrams animated by tiny figures who demonstrate the functions discussed in the text. The book's 80-page extent allows for a comprehensive exploration of various body processes, and its double gatefolds offer ample space to illustrate full body systems such as the circulatory, nerve, skeletal, and immune systems. Presented as an illustrated notebook with humorous yet scientifically accurate cartoons, this volume provides answers to questions like 'how does your heart beat?' and 'how do you think?' making it an essential follow-up to the successful book, Stuff You Should Know.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-12
Length
80 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What is one fascinating fact you learned about the human body from this book?
How do you think knowing more about how your body works helps you take better care of it?
Can you explain how one of the body systems works, like the digestive system or the respiratory system?
Why do you think it's important for us to learn about different parts of the body and their functions?
If you could ask a doctor one question about the human body after reading this book, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before starting a chapter, ask your child what they already know about the topic. This helps set a baseline and makes new information more relatable.
Relate the content to your child's everyday experiences. For example, discuss what happens in their body when they eat food or take a deep breath.
Encourage your child to draw pictures of different body parts or systems discussed in the book. This can help reinforce their understanding through visualization.
After reading, have your child teach you what they've learned. This reinforces their knowledge and builds confidence.
Incorporate simple experiments or demonstrations related to the book’s content, such as listening to each other’s heartbeat or testing reactions to show how nerves work.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding Human Anatomy
Explanation: This book provides detailed insights into the structure and function of the human body, including organs, muscles, and bones.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this knowledge to better understand their own bodies, how to care for them, and appreciate the complexity of human biology.
Example Lesson: Importance of Good Health and Hygiene
Explanation: Through explanations of bodily functions and systems, the book emphasizes the need for good health practices, such as proper nutrition and hygiene.
Real-World Application: Kids can implement healthy habits like washing hands regularly, eating balanced meals, and exercising to keep their bodies strong.
Example Lesson: Scientific Inquiry and Curiosity
Explanation: By presenting fascinating facts about the human body, the book encourages curiosity and a scientific approach to learning.
Real-World Application: This nurtures a child’s natural inquisitiveness, inspiring them to ask questions and seek out answers about their own body and the world around them.
Example Lesson: Respect for Diversity
Explanation: The book discusses how human bodies can vary greatly in abilities and appearances, promoting an understanding and respect for diversity.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and respect people's differences, fostering empathy and inclusion in their interactions.