The Random House Book of 1001 Questions and Answers About the Human Body - Hardcover

"This volume presents a great deal of information not often brought together in one resource."--School Library Journal.

Grade 4-8-While not a comprehensive overview of the workings of the body, this volume presents a great deal of information not often brought together in one resource. The question-and-answer format, supplemented by the extensive index, helps readers to focus on specific topics. The book begins with basics on cells and addresses the body's various systems, genetics, growth and reproduction, personality and intelligence, health and nutrition, and the history of medicine. What doesn't neatly fall into such categories is assigned to a catchall section called "Who, what, where, when, why, how?," which answers such questions as "Why are lips red?" or "What is the difference between a tickle and an itch?" The material is well written and appropriate for the target audience, without being overloaded with technical terminology. There are plenty of full-color drawings and diagrams and a smattering of photographs to enhance readers' understanding. In all, a good supplementary title for most collections.
Denise L. Moll, Lone Pine Elementary School, West Bloomfield, MI
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