Wow in the World: The How and Wow of the Human Body
#2 of 7 in Wow in the World Series
What’s inside...
Get ready to explore the human body like never before! From the fascinating and fun to the weird and wonderful, this book takes you on a journey through the body's systems, revealing the how and wow of how we work. With fun, engaging illustrations and fascinating facts, you'll learn about the body's amazing abilities and how to take care of it, too! A #1 New York Times Bestseller! Based on their #1 kids podcast, Wow in the World, hosts Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz take readers on a hilarious, fact-filled, and highly illustrated journey through the human body—covering everything from our toes to our tongues to our brains and our lungs! WHY in the world do I have a belly button? And WHAT in the world does it do? WHEN in the world will my nose stop growing? And HOW in the world does my pee keep flowing? The human body is a fascinating piece of machinery. It's full of mystery, and wonder, and WOW. And it turns out, every single human on the planet has one! Join Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz, hosts of the mega-popular Wow in the World podcast, as they take you on a fact-filled adventure from your toes and your tongues to your brain and your lungs. Featuring hilarious illustrations and filled with facts, jokes, photos, quizzes, and Wow-To experiments, The How and Wow of the Human Body has everything you need to better understand your own walking, talking, barfing, breathing, pooping body of WOW!
Character compass
Mindy Thomas
Guy Raz
Discussion points
What was the most surprising thing you learned about the human body from this book?
How do you think our bodies compare to machines?
If you could have one superpower based on a body function, what would it be and why?
Why is it important to take care of our bodies?
How do you think our bodies will change as we grow older?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the content to their own body, asking how they feel or what they notice about their functions.
Use analogies from the book to everyday life to make the concepts more relatable and easier to understand.
After reading, engage in activities that further explore body functions, such as simple science experiments or physical exercises that demonstrate concepts from the book.
Promote empathy by discussing how different bodies may function and how everyone's body is unique and capable.
Revisit the book as your child grows, discussing how their understanding of the body changes with age.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and exploration
Explanation: The book encourages children to ask questions and delve deeper into understanding how their bodies work, sparking curiosity about biology and science.
Real-World Application: Children learn to be inquisitive and explore new topics in school and their daily encounters, fostering a lifelong love for learning.
Example Lesson: The importance of healthy living
Explanation: Through engaging content about the human body, children discover how different systems function and why it's vital to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this knowledge by making healthier food choices, engaging in regular physical activities, and understanding the value of good hygiene practices.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and collaboration
Explanation: The book illustrates how various body parts work together seamlessly, teaching the importance of collaboration.
Real-World Application: Children understand the value of working together with others to achieve common goals, both in play and in cooperative learning environments.
Example Lesson: Respect and appreciation for one's body
Explanation: By detailing the complexities and wonders of the human body, the book instills a sense of respect and wonder for one's physical self.
Real-World Application: This fosters self-care and respect for others' physical differences, promoting body positivity and a healthy self-image.