The Visual Dictionary Of The Human Body

by Mary Lindsay, Peter K. Chadwick, Dave King

This text is part of a series of reference books designed for children aged nine years and upwards. The books contain "exploded view" photographs and 3500 specific words presented in a labelled form, both of which are designed to help expand the child's knowledge and vocabulary. This book looks at the human body while other books in this series look at "Everyday Things", "Animals" and "Ships and Sailing".

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Childrens, Health, Reference, Biology

64 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 1991

Reviews

[Periplus Bookshop · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tubuh manusia selalu menjadi misteri yang menarik untuk dipelajari, terutama bagi anak-anak yang sedang berada pada masa penuh rasa ingin tahu. Melalui ilustrasi yang kaya gambar dan penjelasan sederhana, buku ini mengajak pembaca cilik berusia 5–7 tahun untuk memahami cara kerja organ, dari otak yang mengirim pesan hingga paru-paru yang menampung udara. Setiap halaman tidak hanya menghadirkan fakta ilmiah yang mudah dipahami, tetapi juga dilengkapi aktivitas interaktif seperti permainan dan kuis yang merangsang imajinasi. Dengan penyajian yang segar, seri edukatif ini menumbuhkan semangat belajar sekaligus memberikan bekal berharga untuk tugas sekolah maupun eksplorasi pribadi. Sebuah panduan ideal bagi orang tua yang ingin menumbuhkan kecintaan anak terhadap sains sejak dini.https://blog.periplus.com/2025/09/22/...

[Sophie Crane · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an excellent DK Dictionary which makes it easy to identify parts of the human body.

[Radiolab]

Radiolab asked listeners for their sex ed recommendations.

Margaret, a Radiolab listener, says, "I got this book for Christmas one year, sometime in middle school. It was the only attempt at any kind of 'sex ed' from my parents. I remember being totally enthralled with it!"

[Brittany]

The visual dictionary of the human body. (1991). London: Dorling Kindersley.


Citation by: Brittany Payne

Type of Reference: Dictionary

Call Number: Ref 031 Amm

Content/Scope: You can explore the Human Body from the inside out in this fascinating new kind of dictionary that can be used by the entire family, with concise text and carefully researched definitions that are user-friendly for people of all ages. This visual dictionary, with instant access to a 3,000 word specialist vocabulary, looks at the inner workings of human anatomy including cells, organs, the skeleton, the brain, and much more. Find over 200 outstanding original photographs and graphic illustrations, exploded views and cutaway photographs that reveal even the tiniest parts of human anatomy.

Accuracy/Authority/Bias: This dictionary can be reviewed at Booklist, which is a very reliable source for selecting reference materials for a library. The content in this dictionary is very in-depth. It covers the topic of the human body in a way that students are excited to learn. The accuracy of the content is not biased. It is accurate.

Arrangement/Presentation: Text and "exploded view" photographs reveal the human body and how it works.
Uses a question and answer format to discuss the anatomy and function of the human body. Includes an index. Contains upwards of 200 color photographs and up to 100 full-color drawings within 64 pages. Each double-page spread covers an aspect of a subject with extensively labeled illustrations accompanied by explanatory text of 100-200 words.


Relation to other works: There are many dictionaries available; this particular dictionary is a part of a four volume series. This dictionary will provide excitement within science classes.

Accessibility/Diversity: This handbook provides appeal to elementary and junior high school students worldwide. It is targeted specifically for grades 5-8. It uses appropriate, non-biased language, and the author presents information in an appealing way. The visual representations found within this dictionary are appropriate and accurate. Each drawing is vibrant and true to life. This dictionary would appeal to a diverse audience.

Cost: $14.95

Professional Review:

The Visual Dictionary of the Human Body.
1991. 64p. paperback, $115 (1-879431-33-5); Hartley Foundation, library edition, $14.95 (1-879431-18-1). 611. REVIEW. First published February 1, 1992 (Booklist).