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4-6
Illustrated by
Jason Griffin.
Reynolds's introspective narrative poem, with a young man at home during quarantine as its speaker, shares the stage with Griffin's emotive collagelike illustrations done in Moleskine notebooks and reproduced on the pages to make it look like a real teen's journal. The first-person text is presented in three parts, or "breaths." In "Breath One," the narrator says he's "sitting here wondering why / my mother won't change the channel // And why won't the news change the story / And why the story won't change into something new." Along with concerns about the world outside, he thinks about his father coughing behind closed doors, his sister talking about protests, and his brother lost in video games. When the wonderings get to be too much, the narrator reminds himself to breathe "in through the nose // out through the mouth." By the end of "Breath Three," the narrator realizes that his "oxygen mask" for living through this uncertain time is the people he loves and the moments they share. The poem and images create an authentic-sounding adolescent narrator trying to grapple with the confusion and fear of the double pandemic (COVID-19 and systemic racism) he is facing. The book ends with a conversation between the two Jasons about their collaborative process for creating this work during the pandemic.
48 pp.
| Enslow
| January, 2013
|
LibraryISBN 978-0-7660-3946-9$23.93
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4-6
Body System Disease Investigations series.
After a quick overview of a body system, these books present sets of symptoms and circumstances (with photos) that agent Annie Biotica must analyze to diagnose and sometimes cure. Investigator/superhero Annie explains the relevant symptoms, diagnostic tests, and medical treatments. Readers are then challenged to solve three additional cases. There are some unfortunate errors and typos in the informative text. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Body System Disease Investigations titles: The Case of the Flesh-Eating Bacteria, The Case of the Infected Tick, The Case of the Rusty Nail, The Case of the Sneezy Popcorn, and The Case of the Undercooked Burger.
48 pp.
| Enslow
| January, 2013
|
LibraryISBN 978-0-7660-4161-5$23.93 New ed. (2003)
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4-6
Learning About the Human Body Systems series.
In each updated book, five short chapters capably describe the function and structure of the featured human systems and give too-brief information on treatment and prevention of ailments. Each book's final chapter lists "amazing" facts. A few anatomical drawings and photos are scattered throughout but are too small to add much visual interest. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Learning About the Human Body Systems titles: Digestive and Excretory Systems, Musculoskeletal System and the Skin, Nervous System, Respiratory System, and Endocrine and Reproductive Systems.
32 pp.
| ABDO
| January, 2013
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-61783-613-8$18.95
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K-3
Super Simple Body series.
Halvorson provides brief, accurate explanations of how human organs work. Clear diagrams, color photographs, and friendly illustrations contribute to an attractive look; open-ended questions lead readers to consider their own bodies and experiences. Clever, accessible hands-on activities using everyday materials aid understanding: simulate vocal cords with a balloon, explore hearing with a tin can phone, and so on. Glos. Review covers these Super Simple Body titles: Inside the Ears, Inside the Eyes, Inside the Heart, and Inside the Lungs.
48 pp.
| Enslow
| September, 2013
|
LibraryISBN 978-0-7660-4269-8$23.93
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4-6
Handy Health Guides series.
This series by a veteran health-writing team offers solid, clearly presented information on uncluttered, easy-to-navigate pages. The accessible texts are ably supported by well-chosen and -captioned photos and diagrams; sidebars feature related facts, activities, and health tips. Volumes focusing on disease discuss characteristics and causes, effective treatments, and prevention. There are six other fall 2013 books in this series. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
40 pp.
| Lerner
| August, 2012
|
LibraryISBN 978-0-7613-7451-0$27.93
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4-6
Searchlight Books: How Does Your Body Work? series.
Simple chapters introduce the basics of these five human body systems: their structure, function, and how the various components interact. A few sentences on each page accompany largely generic, full-color photographs, photo-micrographs, and labeled diagrams. Text boxes are included on each spread but are mostly redundant. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these How Does Your Body Work? titles: Your Circulatory System, Your Muscular System, Your Nervous System, Your Skeletal System, and Your Respiratory System.
12 pp.
| Dial
| February, 2009
|
TradeISBN 978-0-8037-3325-1$18.99
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K-3
Pop-ups, pull-tabs, and lift-the-flaps abound in this book's five spreads presenting information about the human circulatory and respiratory systems. Some pop-ups obscure text, requiring readers to bend (and weaken) them. The facts are accurate, but they're scattered around the pages, behind flaps, and under foldouts; there's little cohesion though a good deal of fun.
32 pp.
| Heinemann
| October, 2008
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4329-2056-2$25.36
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K-3
Sistemas del cuerpo series.
This series explains how the human body works, focusing on the following systems: respiratory, digestive, sensory, circulatory, and muscular and skeletal. Photographs, drawings, and simple diagrams illustrate the writing, which can be vague but is otherwise accessible. "¿Sabías que...?" ("Did you know?") facts end the texts. The Spanish used is accurate. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Sistemas del cuerpo titles: El sistema circulatorio, El sistema digestivo, El sistema respiratorio, El sistema sensorial, and Los sistemas esquelético y muscular.
32 pp.
| Heinemann
| May, 2008
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-432-90870-6$25.36
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K-3
Body Systems series.
Repetitive sentences accompanied by clear photographs provide basic information about the systems of the human body. Each section begins with a guiding question, some that children might really ask ("What do my skull and spine do?") and some they wouldn't ("What are my arms?"). Diagrams of the systems are detailed enough to build understanding. "Did you know?" sections highlight unusual body facts. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Body Systems titles: The Circulatory System, The Digestive System, The Respiratory System, The Sensory System, and The Skeletal and Muscular Systems.
32 pp.
| Heinemann
| March, 2008
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4329-0907-9$28.21
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4-6
Human Machine series.
Introductory information on human body systems and structure is presented in a textbooklike, question-driven format that is heavy on facts, light on depth, and tied together through analogies with machines. The colorful illustrations and busy layouts include helpful diagrams, stock photos, and additional factual asides. Reproduction, in particular, keeps its discussion too vague to be very informative. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Human Machine titles: Digestion and Excretion, Respiration and Circulation, The Skeleton and Muscles, The Brain and Nervous System, Cells, Tissues, and Organs, and Reproduction and Genetics.
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4-6
Body Talk series.
These accessible volumes present the human body and how it works. Rather than isolating the different parts of the body, these titles successfully demonstrate how the body systems work together to perform everyday functions. The cluttered design features many photographs, diagrams, and sidebars. "Find out later" questions preview the information. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Body Talk titles: Break It Down, Control Freak, Defend Yourself, In Your Genes, Move Your Body, and Pump It Up.
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4-6
Body Talk series.
These leveled-text editions discuss the human body and how it works. Rather than isolating the different parts of the body, the books demonstrate how the body systems work together to perform everyday functions (though some of the descriptions are vague). The design features many photographs, diagrams, and sidebars. "Find out later" questions preview the information. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Body Talk titles: Break It Down, Control Freak, Defend Yourself, In Your Genes, Move Your Body, and Pump It Up.
48 pp.
| Lerner
| December, 2004
|
LibraryISBN 0-8225-1250-5$25.26
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K-3
Early Bird Body Systems series.
Using straightforward text, these accessible resources introduce the major body systems. Photos and illustrated diagrams complement the text, but some micrographs lack sufficient labels. Each book begins with a key-word preview that invites readers to be "word detectives" and concludes with tips for adults on reading with a child. Reading list, websites. Bib., ind. Review covers these Early Bird Body Systems titles: The Skeletal System, The Respiratory System, The Digestive System, The Muscular System, The Nervous System, and The Circulatory System.
48 pp.
| Raintree
| February, 2004
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-6621-4$$28.56
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YA
Our Bodies series.
These books introduce body components in double-page spreads that define, describe, and explain smaller units such as the brainstem. Some segments discuss disorders such as hemophilia; sidebars offer micrographic, animal versus human, and experimental slants, as well as tips on such subjects as hiccups. Colorful drawings, photographs, and illustrations extend the clear, well-organized texts. Directory, reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Our Bodies titles: The Brain and Nervous System; Digestion; The Heart, Lungs, and Blood; Reproduction; The Senses; and The Skeleton and Muscles.
32 pp.
| Benchmark
| October, 2004
|
LibraryISBN 0-7614-1780-X$21.36
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K-3
Bookworms: What's inside Me? series.
Extra-large type and a small, square trim size invite beginning readers to explore the human body. Short paragraphs positioned either under or beside clear photos and illustrations present very basic information ("Your skin is your largest organ," etc.). The use of the second person should engage newly independent readers, but some kids will stumble over the longer, less familiar words. Glos., ind. Review covers these Bookworms: What's Inside Me? titles: My Bones and Muscles, My Brain, My Heart and Blood, My Lungs, My Skin, and My Stomach.
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K-3
My Amazing Body series.
Thirteen double-page spreads provide very basic information about human functions. Comparisons to a variety of animals add appeal, and the large font, clean layout, and plentiful action-filled photographs will entice browsers. The information is oversimplified, but these books introduce some basic biological vocabulary and concepts. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these My Amazing Body titles: Breathing, Eating, Growing, Moving, Senses, and Staying Healthy.
48 pp.
| Enslow
| November, 2003
|
LibraryISBN 0-7660-2021-5$$18.95
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4-6
Human Body Library series.
Short chapters describe the function of and the organs composing the respiratory system. Common ailments are identified, but only the briefest of comments on treatment are included. A few pages centered on avoiding and lessening pollution offer tips on caring for the lungs, and a final chapter lists "amazing" facts. Simple anatomical illustrations and small color photos appear throughout. Directory, reading list. Glos., ind.
32 pp.
| Creative/Thameside
| November, 2002
|
LibraryISBN 1-930643-84-5$$24.25
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K-3
My Healthy Body series.
In these series books, each two-page chapter ("All about your nose," "Fantastic fiber," etc.) consists of two or three simple sentences that clearly describe how humans breathe or what constitutes a healthy diet. A large font, ample white space, and color photos of kids playing or eating add appeal. One large, blurred photo in Eating detracts from an otherwise attractive volume. Glos., ind. [Review covers these My Healthy Body titles: Breathing and Eating.]
24 pp.
| Pebble
| July, 2000
|
LibraryISBN 0-7368-0652-0$$13.25
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K-3
Human Body Systems series.
In these small square books, a few simple, declarative sentences on the right-hand page provide very basic facts about the human body. The opposite page has a color photo of a child or a drawing of muscles, bones, organs, etc. Some photos have the drawing superimposed on the child, producing a more unsettling effect than intended. Bib., glos., ind.
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4-6
Photographs by
Lucy Dahl.
An "asthma rap" sets the tone for this quick-paced skim of questions and answers, brief facts, advice, and hints for dealing with asthma. Lots of vibrant, eye-catching colors in headings and pages combined with photos of a fictional basketball team (coached by Danny DeVito) add breeziness. Asthma websites for kids are listed. Glos.