How does your body work? This fun human anatomy book helps kids 8-12 answer that question through awesome, hands-on STEAM/STEM experiments and activities.
Entertaining and interactive, The Human Body Book for Kids shows curious kids how their body systems help them move, breathe, fight infections, and keep them alive!
Filled with fascinating information about human anatomy, this exciting science book features:
-More than 40 STEAM experiments and activities that help kids learn about their amazing bodies. -Full-color illustrations and photographs that highlight the cells, tissues, organs and body systems as well as explain the steps and outcomes of the experiments. -A doctor author, an MD who works with both children and adults and is an expert on the human body inside and out. -Weird and wonderful facts about the human body: Did you know that you're about 1 cm taller in the morning than the evening? That a baby is born with 300 bones but has only 206 by the time they're an adult? That some children are born with an extra set of ribs surrounding the lungs called "gorilla ribs"? -Learning and fun together: Kids will create models, eat experiments, and show off their STEAM skills to family and friends.
Endorsed by the co-founder of Apple's Siri, this educational book is a great resource for answering kids' questions about how their bodies work.
***Note: I received a copy curtesy of Netgalley and Zeitgeist in exchange for an honest review.
This book is a great starting point for kids to learn more about their bodies and their functionalities. It starts with the basic unit, the cell, continues organized in chapters dedicated to systems/functions: nervous, musculoskeletal, sensory, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, excretory, reproductive, this last one concentrating on hormones and DNA. Aside from the standard info, presented in a friendly manner, it has lots of fun and/or weird facts, helpful tips, and super interesting experiments relevant to each of the chapters. A bit more visuals would be useful, I think, especially for the experiments.
“How Does My Body Work?” Is a fun and extensive book detailing the different body systems for kids. There are a lot of interesting activities to help explain the different concepts. I think some of the activities sound difficult and/or requires adult help even when it’s not indicated. But overall I think this would be a great book for classroom teachers, homeschooling, or the kid interested in how the body works.
I received this book for free from NetGalley and Zeitgeist in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
This is an educational book comprised of nine sections: 1) What makes a cell, and 2) Nine body systems: Nervous Musculoskeletal, Circulatory, Respiratory, Digestive, Excretory, Immune, Endocrine and Reproductive. The book is formatted to teach children ages 8 – 12 about how their body’s work. The illustrations are detailed, colorful, and fun!
When I first started reviewing this book, I thought; “This looks like the beginning of anatomy and physiology in undergraduate college courses. How am I to use it to teach a nine-year-old?” But teach a nine-year old, I did.
My niece lives in a small town in Kansas and needed some gifted educational experiences. I am a Physician Assistant with this wonderful book in my hands! Bingo!! As this book had just been published, I was able to purchase a paperback version from Amazon and send it to her. We were in business!
Using FaceTime, we went through the book together, taking turns reading and me explaining things that seemed overly technical.
The best feature of this book, in my opinion, are the simple illustrated experiments that go along with the lessons. The experiments help the student apply and retain the information learned. My niece loved the idea of feeding her brothers “cytoplasm soup” made of yellow Jell-O and various candies! What a blast!
We are still going through the book and many experiments. There are also many learning tools along the way to help further retain the information. Dr. LaFleur has written an amazing book and I am grateful to be able to use it with my niece.
This book would be a golden gem to use in any upper elementary or middle school classroom life science learning module. The experiments are fun and simple to carry out, while the learning opportunities are endless.
I want to thank Author Dr. Sara LaFleur, Z-Kids Publishing, and NetGalley for the opportunity to review this Advanced Reader’s Copy. This is a voluntary review, and all comments and opinions are entirely my own.
This is an educational book comprised of nine sections: 1) What makes a cell, and 2) Nine body systems: Nervous Musculoskeletal, Circulatory, Respiratory, Digestive, Excretory, Immune, Endocrine and Reproductive. The book is formatted to teach children ages 8 – 12 about how their body’s work. The illustrations are detailed, colorful, and fun!
When I first started reviewing this book, I thought; “This looks like the beginning of anatomy and physiology in undergraduate college courses. How am I to use it to teach a nine-year-old?” But teach a nine-year old, I did.
My niece lives in a small town in Kansas and needed some gifted educational experiences. I am a Physician Assistant with this wonderful book in my hands! Bingo!! As this book had just been published, I was able to purchase a paperback version from Amazon and send it to her. We were in business!
Using FaceTime, we went through the book together, taking turns reading and me explaining things that seemed overly technical.
The best feature of this book, in my opinion, are the simple illustrated experiments that go along with the lessons. The experiments help the student apply and retain the information learned. My niece loved the idea of feeding her brothers “cytoplasm soup” made of yellow Jell-O and various candies! What a blast!
We are still going through the book and many experiments. There are also many learning tools along the way to help further retain the information. Dr. LaFleur has written an amazing book and I am grateful to be able to use it with my niece.
This book would be a golden gem to use in any upper elementary or middle school classroom life science learning module. The experiments are fun and simple to carry out, while the learning opportunities are endless.
I want to thank Author Dr. Sara LaFleur, Z-Kids Publishing, and NetGalley for the opportunity to review this Advanced Reader’s Copy. This is a voluntary review, and all comments and opinions are entirely my own.
Great beginners reference book to anatomy and activities related to exercise, health, and nutrition. Edible cell models?! Yes, please! Creative ideas allow for exploration into biological systems and challenge kids to generate various ways of demonstrating learning. This book would make a great addition to a homeschool, classroom, or school library packed with facts, crafty ideas, and tips on lab safety. Activities that pose potential risks are flagged with reminders to get help from an adult. Send kids exploring the world of STEAM with this text. Start at the basics from the cell, through tissues, and organs. Then, tour all the major organ systems of the human body. Colorful illustrations add to the text and make it easier to access. Ideal for kids ages 8-13. The basics of the reproductive system and genetics are touched on. Index at the end makes for easy location of activities, systems, organs, etc. An all-around basic, solid science resource.
How Does My Body Work? is a beyond-excellent STEM-based book for children who want to learn more about the human body. This can work well as a science curriculum for homeschoolers, but also as a book of interest for any upper-elementary child. The book is organized by body system: Circulatory, Respiratory, Digestive, etc. Note that the Reproductive System is covered in this book, but it is paired with the Endocrine System and mostly covers hormones and DNA.
The book is mostly a nice nonfiction volume but I appreciate the activities and experiments that pair with each chapter. They are interesting, easy to implement with household items, and uniquely illustrate complex topics. This is an excellent resource!
***Note: I was given a review copy of this book via the publisher. Opinions are my own.
As a healthcare professional, and self-professed nerd, with young kids, I loved this book! I love how the body is explained and taught in a way that is meaningful to their age and developmental stage. The photographs add depth and detail that is really helpful as kids want to “see” things. The experiments are truly easy to create and do at home and are enjoyable throughout the learning process. I love the small boxes scattered throughout that are loaded with helpful tips and information. This is an excellent book for classrooms, libraries and home shelves. I received a complimentary copy from the publisher via NetGalley and all opinions expressed are my own, freely given.
This lovely book about human anatomy is perfect for the science lover. Great for kids aged 8-12. This would also be fun for any great for homeschooling science units!
This book had a lot of great information and fun activities surrounding the human body. It would be perfect to incorporate into homeschooling or lesson planning.
Kind thanks to Netgalley and Zeitgeist for access to an advanced reading copy of “How Does My Body work? Human Body Book for Kids.”
“Did you know that you are amazing? It’s true! (And not just because your parents say you are.) You are the superstar owner and boss of one of the most incredible creations ever made—your body!” — Sara LaFleur, MD
“How Does My How Does My Body work? Human Body Book for Kids” explores the topic of human anatomy in a way that appeals to children who are between the ages of 8 to 12.
The book is divided into 9 parts: building blocks, nervous system, musculoskeletal system, circulatory system, respiratory system, digestive system, excretory system, immune system, and endocrine and reproductive systems. Each topic is covered in a manner that is easy to understand. Analogies are used throughout the book to create connections between the reader, their personal experiences, and the content covered in the book. “Whoa, Weird!” sidebars can be found throughout the text and they are filled with interesting information to further pique a child’s curiosity on the subject.
Each chapter concludes with 5 engaging and hands-on experiments directly related to the topic of the chapter. The required materials for the experiments are easy to obtain and most involve materials that you might already have on hand.
The experiments are easy to follow, well laid out, and include questions at the end to provide further connection and understanding.
Experiments, such as building a gelatin cellular 3D model and explaining it others, are excellent ways to help deepen understanding of the subject. As the author says: “You’re more likely to remember what you have learned by building a model and teaching someone about it.” It’s clear that the author made a concerted effort to include experiments that reinforce understanding and connection in a fun yet effective way.
In “How Does My How Does My Body work? Human Body Book for Kids,” Dr. LaFleur expertly presents the content in an educational and engaging manner. It’s an excellent book that will help children learn about their body and human anatomy.
Kind thanks to Netgalley and Zeitgeist for access to an advanced reading copy of “How Does My Body work? Human Body Book for Kids.”
“Did you know that you are amazing? It’s true! (And not just because your parents say you are.) You are the superstar owner and boss of one of the most incredible creations ever made—your body!” — Sara LaFleur, MD
“How Does My How Does My Body work? Human Body Book for Kids” explores the topic of human anatomy in a way that appeals to children who are between the ages of 8 to 12.
The book is divided into 9 parts: building blocks, nervous system, musculoskeletal system, circulatory system, respiratory system, digestive system, excretory system, immune system, and endocrine and reproductive systems. Each topic is covered in a manner that is easy to understand. Analogies are used throughout the book to create connections between the reader, their personal experiences, and the content covered in the book. “Whoa, Weird!” sidebars can be found throughout the text and they are filled with interesting information to further pique a child’s curiosity on the subject.
Each chapter concludes with 5 engaging and hands-on experiments directly related to the topic of the chapter. The required materials for the experiments are easy to obtain and most involve materials that you might already have on hand.
The experiments are easy to follow, well laid out, and include questions at the end to provide further connection and understanding.
Experiments, such as building a gelatin cellular 3D model and explaining it others, are excellent ways to help deepen understanding of the subject. As the author says: “You’re more likely to remember what you have learned by building a model and teaching someone about it.” It’s clear that the author made a concerted effort to include experiments that reinforce understanding and connection in a fun yet effective way.
In “How Does My How Does My Body work? Human Body Book for Kids,” Dr. LaFleur expertly presents the content in an educational and engaging manner. It’s an excellent book that will help children learn about their body and human anatomy.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this eARC.
"How Does My Body Work? Human Body Book for Kids" by Sara LaFleur, MD, is a treasure trove of knowledge for the curious minds of children aged 8-12. This book is not just a reading journey; it's an interactive adventure that invites young readers to dive hands-on into the world of biology and anatomy.
The book's strength lies in its STEAM-based approach, blending science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics to create a learning experience that is as entertaining as it is educational. The more than 40 experiments and activities that are thoughtfully designed to engage kids in a tactile understanding of how their bodies function. From creating models to eating experiments, children are encouraged to explore and discover through action.
Dr. LaFleur's expertise shines through the pages, with full-color illustrations and photographs that not only capture the attention but also help explain complex concepts in a digestible manner. The book is peppered with weird and wonderful facts that are sure to delight and surprise, such as the change in height from morning to evening and the phenomenon of 'gorilla ribs'.
What sets this book apart is its ability to make science accessible and fun. It's a book that doesn't just tell children how their bodies work; it shows them. Through the interactive STEAM experiments, kids learn about their body systems in a way that will stick with them far longer than words on a page.
In conclusion, "How Does My Body Work?" is a must-have for any young scientist's library. It's a book that educates, engages, and excites, fostering a love for learning and a curiosity about the human body that could inspire the next generation of doctors, biologists, or STEAM enthusiasts.
This was a very informative and detailed book about the body. It is divided into different sections for different areas Building Blocks, The Nervous System, The Musculoskeletal System, The Circulatory System, The Respiratory System, The Digestive System, The Excretory System, The Immune System and The Endocrine & Reproductive Systems. There are different illustrations that are throughout the book that give very good visuals. At the end of each part is a group of some experiments to help to further help children understand the information. I especially like the DIY Hand Sanitizer and Xray Art projects. I think that some of them would need help from a parent for the 8 or 9 year olds, but I also think this would be a great family project to even get the younger children involved. This book would also be good in the classroom to excite children in biology. I do think the chicken soup part could have been left out due to children being sensitive to parts of it.
With a number of experiments featured at the conclusion of each chapter, this book is sure to delight and inspire readers wanting to learn more about the human body. The explanations compare the body to things the reader would be familiar with. This is done very well so that the reader can understand how the body functions. The writing is engaging and clear in its purpose. Mature readers would enjoy this best- the text does require stamina in the reader. The experiments are well thought out. I wonder if there are too many experiments. However, with the number of experiments there is sure to be one or more a reader would be able to apply at home. I recommend for upper elementary readers and older readers.
Intensely fun and an authentically crafted educational activity book to learn human anatomy- I think this type of engaging format is perfect for teaching a topic that can be hard to grasp. There were clear and concise directions, fun facts that are relatable and great visuals. I think this would be a great addition to a classroom for units where a bit of fun and creativity are needed- but I also think it would be useful in the home as well for a good bonding activity with parents and their kids.
This book is amazing for kids and their endless curiosity. This book is full of interesting information and fun experiments and I think this would make a great addition to any child’s library. I think this book is easy enough for kids to follow along and the experiments help to give a better understanding of everything. I can’t imagine a child not enjoying this book. We haven’t done any of the experiments but it was nice reading this with my kids and watching them absorb and take in all about the way our bodies work.
I voluntarily reviewed this after receiving a free copy.
Love this book! It is great for basic descriptions for kids and includes all types of experiments to relate the items to. I love that it is user friendly and am looking forward to doing these activities with my kids. I think it is great for 5th-7th graders.
Thank you Netgalley for a copy in exchange for an honest review.
A very inspiring work for children and adults alike. I believe it will help instill responsibility and love for science in all of us. Sometimes it's nice to look back at cute illustrations of human body parts instead of realistic ones lol
While I found this book fun and educational, I didn’t think it’s quite suitable for targeted audience. Also, I am not really into the usage of foods in experimental works. The part “pee” also was my least favorite although the idea is good. Thank you NetGalley for providing this copy.
Very informative. Read this with my 9 year old, and he was into it. Some of the experiments are kinda hard to do if you don’t have a lot of money, but there are a lot of experiments throughout the book. I love the illustrations for everything.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. when i originally got this book i didn't realize it was for an "older kid" audience. but i was able to read it to myself and modify some of the experiments for my younger kid. the range of experiments with each category was awesome and there was something for everyone with variations for time, cost, and length of time it would take. lots of cool stuff to help kids learn about their bodies!