Science in Action: Keeping Healthy - Why do I brush my teeth?

by Angela Royston, Kristina Routh (Consultant Editor)

Why do we need sleep? How many bones are in your hands? Young children can find out the answers to these and many more mind-bending questions in this bumper guide to the human body. Bright, colourful layouts combine with clear, concise text to make complex ideas easy to grasp. Covers the brain, heart and lungs, digestive system, bones, health, exercise and hygiene.

Genres: Childrens

24 pages, Hardcover

First published July 1, 2009

About the author

Here is some brief information about myself.

I’m interested in science because it helps us to understand the world. I enjoy finding out about new things and then working out how to write about them in a way that is both clear (and accurate) but which also conveys my own excitement and interest. I particularly like writing books that are fun, and I have been lucky to have had so many chances to do so.

I was born in Yorkshire in England, but grew up in Stranraer, a small town in south-west Scotland. I graduated from Edinburgh University and then came down to London, where I have lived ever since. I enjoy reading novels, watching films, and walking in the countryside.

Reviews

[Mary Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

I especially like the layout and design of this nonfiction book for 2nd and 3rd graders. Great use of photos, diagrams, headings.