The Usborne little book of the human body

An introduction for young children to the workings of the human body, this work contains sections on each of the five senses, major bodily functions such as breathing and digestion, body parts such as bones and muscles and how the body changes as it grows.

It also contains information about medical issues including germs, healthy eating, seeing a doctor and going to hospital to give a comprehensive look at not only how the body functions but how it can best be cared for.

It includes a comprehensive glossary. It is Internet-linked to help readers build on their knowledge by accessing over 100 relevant websites.